The AU Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Research that informs and transforms
Research in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
We are committed to contributing to research in all aspects of humanities and social sciences—anthropology, archeology, distance education, global studies, and much more.
Current research initiatives
Explore current research initiatives at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
AU researcher studies the impact of sexual violation on Indigenous women
AU's Dr. Josie Auger sees the lingering impact of sexual violation and loss on Indigenous women in her community and beyond.
Learn moreAU professor explores Indigenous post-secondary experiences
New book outlines the Indigenous postgraduate journey and sheds light on the areas where some guidelines and processes need to be rethought.
Learn moreOpportunities for AU students
Our faculty members may hire undergraduate or graduate students for research programs. Learn more about current research opportunities below.
All positions will remain open until filled unless otherwise specified within the posting.
Research assistant – casual position
Supervisor: Dr. Jolene Armstrong
The primary job duties for the field research assistant 1 will include working with a manuscript to design and make camera ready for publication in an unusual format for Decam...
Research assistant – casual position
Supervisor: Dr. Eliana El Khoury
Seeking a Research Assistant for data collection and analysis, workshop and instrument design, project management, and collaboration with Dr. Eliana Elkhoury at Athabasca Univ...
Research assistant – casual position
Supervisor: Dr. Marti Cleveland-Innes
Join our research team! We're seeking 3 Doctoral-level Research Assistants to examine educational access for children with complex illnesses from marginalized populations...
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