Research Associate - Equity in Emergency Care

The Research Associate must have the ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. It is an expectation that the Research Associate will be currently engaged in equity-oriented research. A graduate degree (PhD preferred) in a related discipline such as: sociology, political science, women’s studies, Indigenous studies, community health or public health. The successful candidate must have a proven record of research accomplishment.

Additional requirements for this position are as follows:

Excellent communication (English oral and written), interpersonal, organizational and time management skills;
Very strong oral and written skills in English are required;
Proven ability to establish and maintain research partnerships with diverse organizations and professionals.
Excellent computer skills using MS Word, Excel, Office, and Internet applications;
Proven experience with various research methods (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods);
Experience working under short time lines, with proven ability to adhere to strict schedules and deadlines;
Valid driver’s license.
Experience working with First Nations organizations
Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of critical theory, anti-racism theory, postcolonial theory and/or Indigenous research methods will be an asset.
Experience utilizing ethnography, participant observation or other observational research methods will be an asset.
Strong command of a statistical software package programming language: such as SAS, SPSS, and/or STATA is an asset.
Experience in community-based research is an assent.
Experience mentoring and supervising junior researchers is an asset.
Familiarity with UofA administrative structure and UAPPOL policies and procedures pertaining to research would be considered an asset.

Please apply with your cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications and your written philosophy on Access, Community and Belonging as a single .pdf file.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Plans and coordinates the initiation of research study protocols, and the establishment of operating policies and procedures, ensuring that all are compliant with University guidelines and policies, TCPS2, and research agreements with project partners.
Prepares research ethics board applications and amendments as required.
Conducts qualitative and/or observational data collection.
Prepares proposals for new research activities, including assisting the Principal
Investigator in preparing research grant applications and contract proposals;
Assists in the preparation of data for presentations and the writing and revision of research manuscripts and reports;
Creates and coordinates virtual and in-person workshops and committee meetings;
Supervises Research Assistants;
Conducts related administrative duties at a managerial level including human resource, budget reconciliation
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