Student Research Assistant, Menstrual Cycle Research Ambassador

Douglas College; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Douglas College is seeking a Student Research Assistant for the Menstrual Cycle Research Group. This role involves collaborating with faculty and students to enhance research communication and webpage content. Ideal candidates are students in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology, with strong communication and organizational skills. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions

Professional Development funding

Access to Fitness Centres and Classes

Qualifications

• Must be a student in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology.
• Proficient with MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Previous web page design experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with revising copy for the homepage.
• Gather content for an additional website page.
• Promote the new webpage at a public event.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Project-management experience

Education

Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology student

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location: New Westminster Campus

Salary Range: $19.53/hour

The Opportunity

You're passionate about research and bringing new knowledge to the forefront alongside others who are just as driven as you are in their search for answers. Your curiosity fuels your learning, but where you really shine is your ability to collaborate with diverse groups like students, faculty experts and employees, and community partners.

If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Student Research Assistant position, and gain real-world research experience, while creating meaningful career connections.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, offices, and boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do, and we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative, and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

For more benefits information, click here!

WHAT IT TAKES

The Student Research Ambassador will assist with revising and generating new communications materials for the Menstrual Cycle Research Group webpage.

1. Assist with revising copy for the homepage
2. Assist with gathering content for an additional website page featuring courses and coursework (assessments, creative projects, research projects, etc.) at Douglas College that connect to the social and political aspects of the menstrual cycle
3. Assist with promoting the new webpage at an upcoming public event

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. To be a Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology student
2. Proficient with MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
3. Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
4. Strong organizational skills and project-management experience
5. Previous web page design experience is an asset but not required

Domestic students must meet ONE of the following criteria to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

1. The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR
2. The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term; OR
3. The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term

International students must meet ONE of the following criteria to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

1. The international student is enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College throughout the academic year; OR
2. The international student, who is not a Douglas College student but is an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C., has a valid Study Permit that allows employment on or off campus, meeting eligibility criteria as per R186 (F), (V), or (W). Proof of enrollment in full-time studies from the other post-secondary institution is required.

An original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.

Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying institutions.

Additional Information

The position is located at the New Westminster Campus. Hours of work: up to a maximum of 20 hours/week. The work terms for this position are:

1. Fall 2024: September 3, 2024 - December 19, 2024
2. Winter 2024: January 6, 2025 - April 25, 2025
3. Summer 2025: May 6, 2025 - August 18, 2025

This position will be located in the Department of Sociology.

Posting Number 02248SA

Position Title: Student Research Assistant, Menstrual Cycle Research Ambassador

Anticipated Start Date: 09/03/2024

End Date: Needs a Criminal Records Check: No

How To Apply

Open Date: 07/09/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References: [Not specified]

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning and working environment. We welcome all applicants, including those from groups experiencing inequity, such as Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, marginalized sexual orientations and gender identities, and persons of all faiths, ages, marital, and parental statuses.

Important Note

Qualified internal applicants must apply by December 19, 2024, to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.