Student Research Assistant

Yukon University; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Canada is seeking a Student Research Assistant to support research in the School of Indigenous Governance. The position requires strong research and communication skills, and experience working with Indigenous communities is preferred. This is a unique opportunity for students who are passionate about Indigenous self-determination in education. The role offers flexible work hours and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Strong research and communication skills are essential.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities or knowledge systems is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support research design and planning.
• Assist in reviewing literature and policies.
• Help build relationships with Yukon First Nations partners.
• Organize project meetings and knowledge-sharing events.
• Contribute to report writing and project documentation.

Skills

Strong research skills

Strong communication skills

Experience with Indigenous communities

Education

Enrollment in a relevant academic program

Job description

Student Research Assistant

School of Indigenous Governance, Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) Campus.
Salary: $25.11 to $31.40.
Employment Opportunity No.: 25.130.
Closing Date: November 7, 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Support research design and planning.
• Assist in reviewing and summarizing literature, policies and examples of anticolonial approaches in post‑secondary contexts.
• Help build and maintain relationships with Yukon First Nations partners.
• Assist with organizing project meetings and knowledge‑sharing events.
• Contribute to report writing and project documentation.

This position is ideal for a student with strong research and communication skills who is passionate about Indigenous self‑determination in education. Experience working with Indigenous communities or knowledge systems is considered an asset. Preference will be given to Indigenous students.

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however qualified candidates who self‑identify as Yukon first Nations, as well as Metis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry will be given priority.

How to Apply

Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867‑668‑8896
Email: [e-mail]

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted.

Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.