General Information

Job Title: Research Assistant

Dates: June 2-August 29, 2025 (Subject to change)

Direct Supervisor: Dr. Christine Tsang

Hours per Week: 5 hours per week

Rate of pay: $18.00/hour

We are seeking a motivated Huron student to join an existing research project as Research Assistant. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to investigate faculty experiences of undergraduate research learning at Huron. Please note that this is a remote work position. All meetings will be held via Zoom and all responsibilities can be fulfilled virtually.

Key Responsibilities

1. Qualitative Data Analysis

• Investigate and discuss relevant literature regarding best practices in qualitative research methods, coding and analysis.
• Participate in training and workshops on use of NVivo software.
• Conduct transcript review and editing.
• Collaborate with research team to develop qualitative coding and analysis of transcripts exploring faculty experiences of undergraduate research learning, faculty development and high impact teaching practices.
• Incorporate feedback from research team to refine results

2. Initial Development of Research Paper

• Support initial framing of results write-up in collaboration with research team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with NVivo software and/or qualitative research methods an asset.
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to confidentiality.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Creative thinker with a willingness to experiment and innovate.

Eligibility

• Current registered Huron students who are eligible to work in Canada.

Application

Applications are due May 14 at 12PM (noon) Eastern Time.

Please complete a cover letter and resume saved as one PDF document and titled First Name Last Name. 

Your application should be addressed to:

Dr. Irene Cheung & Dr. Mike Kottelenberg

Huron University

1349 Western Road

London, ON

Huron values its place in an interconnected world and desires to reflect this value, acknowledging our responsibility to strive towards a diverse and equitable employment and educational environment that recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of every person.  We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the diversification of ideas.

Applications from all qualified individuals are invited; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given hiring priority.  We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected to proceed in the competition will be contacted.  Should you require accommodation in making an application please contact Career Development at Huron.