Research Project Officer - Waterloo, Canada - University of Waterloo

University of Waterloo

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Waterloo, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Overview:

Term: 2 years

The Research Project Officer will be engaged to assist on a variety of projects related to women, work, and the economy, as well as some defence and security research.

There is a need for a Research Project Officer with experience using qualitative research methods, completing literature reviews, and providing administrative support for project activities and events.

This role is contingent on funding.

Responsibilities:

Administrative project support

Assist updating research group websites
Daytoday administrative support as necessary, including progress reports, grant files, and reimbursements
Assisting with research activities/events
Manages project files and assists in monitoring research progress
Liaising with partners for research activities/events

Research support

Conducts preliminary literature reviews, using both academic and nonacademic sources
Conducts basic proofreading and citation checking on written work
Analyze qualitative research data and identify links to quantitative data

Qualifications:

Master's Degree obtained in related field
For example: Political Science, Economics, and/or Finance
At least 1 year of research experience
Experience with academic research (literature surveys, data analysis etc)
Experience coordinating conferences, workshops, and events. Experience with virtual events considered an asset.
Experience in information dissemination, including website development and maintenance, social media seen as an asset
Excellent research and communication skills
Proven aptitude for attention to detail and to ensure data integrity
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion and work independently with mínimal supervision within a fastpaced, deadline driven multitasking environment

Equity Statement:
The University of Waterloo is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples.

The University of Waterloo is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River.