Research assistant – casual position
Start date: December 01, 2024
Application deadline: Will remain until filled
Supervisor: Dr. Kristin Petrovic
Faculty: Faculty of Health Disciplines
Nursing Education Research
Overview
This research position will support the development of a research program examining nursing education. This role will support the principal investigator in disseminating and advancing dissertation research and other studies with research teams in a collaborative research program related to scope transition, nursing education, and professional development.
Specific activities include, but are not limited to
The project involves working closely with the principal investigator, co-investigators, and other research team members. The primary job duties of the graduate research assistant (GRA) may include appraisal of qualitative and quantitative research, data collection and analysis, and manuscript and presentation development.
The successful candidate will work with and directly report to Dr. Kristin Petrovic at Athabasca University. The candidate will be provided with adequate training for all activities, such as appraisal of qualitative and quantitative research, data collection and analysis, and manuscript and presentation development. If required, the GRA will be provided training to work with various tools and software such as NVivo, Covidence, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft PowerPoint. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience in conducting primary research and literature reviews, disseminating results, and co-authorship as applicable.
This is a casual position with flexibility in hours. Over the next two years, it is anticipated to be between 2 and 3 hours per week. The rate of pay is commensurate with experience and collective agreement provisions. All duties can be completed remotely.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree required
- Experience as a nurse educator or completion of nursing education courses preferred but not required
- Strong writing skills
- Ability to work remotely
- Theoretical or practical understanding of conducting primary research and literature review
- Experience with manuscript preparation
- Completion of TCPS 2.0 CORE module an asset
- Demonstrates confidence and maturity in interpersonal relationships
- Ability to be flexible, respond to changing priorities and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate initiative and be self-motivated while knowing when to seek help
- Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
How to apply
Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit their application by email to Dr. Kristin Petrovic at kpetrovic@athabascau.ca. Applications should include (as a single PDF file) a brief cover letter that summarizes your skills, interests, and experience; a current resume or curriculum vitae; an unofficial copy of your transcript; and the contact information for 2 references. Applications will be evaluated immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
For more information on this Graduate Research Assistant Opportunity, please contact Dr. Petrovic at the coordinates below:
Kristin Petrovic, EdD, MN, RN
Assistant Professor
Faculty of Health Disciplines
Athabasca University
1 University Drive, Athabasca AB T9S 3A3
Toll Free: 1-844-845-7150
Email: Kpetrovic@athabascau.ca