Lead Research Tech - Tech ; AESES

Department of Educational Admin, Foundations, & Psyc.

Faculty of Education

Position number: 37958

New Project Part-Time (Grant Funded)

Full-time:
No

Permanent:
No

Work schedule:

0-35 variable hours/week

Salary: $26.20 to $37.62 per hour plus vacation pay

Appointment Dates July 6, 2026 to January 9, 2028

840 hours worked

For more information please contact: Iryna Tsybukh, HR Coordinator -  )

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Master’s degree or PhD (preferred) in a related social science area is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals is required.
• A Master’s degree in a related social science discipline is required, PhD is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting and leading large-scale research projects is required.
• Experience in working with equity-focused research projects with vulnerable populations in higher education contexts is required.
• Experience with Research Ethics Board Applications is required.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team is required.
• Familiarity with web-based resources (Pub Med, psych info, reference manager programs) is required.
• Familiarity with quantitative (e.g. SPSS) and qualitative (Dedoose, NVivo) data analysis programs is required.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal as well as excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• Demonstrated skills in setting up, conducting, analysing qualitative interviews, conducting systematic reviews, literature searches, annotated bibliography, and report writing are required.
• Must be able to work independently to manage and execute assigned tasks.
• Ability to travel, generally for short periods, to assist with or manage data collection activities related to the project in other locations is required.
• Ability to learn computer programs and use them effectively including web-based programs is required.
• Ability to communicate research data both orally and in writing, including presenting posters/seminars at scientific meetings is required.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with a team.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

OTHER JOB RELATED

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required:
  • Recent experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative research, as well as a minimum of five years of professional experience within a university environment.
  • Experience with statistical software and data analysis required.
  • Familiarity with web-based resources.
  • Familiarity with quantitative (e.g. SPSS) and qualitative (Dedoose, NVivo) data analysis programs.

Research

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and environmental scans to support research activities, including identifying, evaluating, synthesizing, and summarizing relevant scholarly and community-based literature.
• Prepare literature summaries, annotated bibliographies, and background reports to inform research design, implementation, and dissemination.
• Coordinate and execute all phases of research projects, including data collection, management, analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Develop and implement research methodologies, protocols, and data collection procedures in collaboration with the research team.
• Recruit and coordinate research participants in accordance with approved research protocols.
• Schedule and conduct interviews, focus groups, and other research activities as required.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate software and analytical techniques, including SPSS, NVivo, Dedoose, or other relevant research tools.
• Identify, collect, organize, and analyze relevant documents, records, and research materials to support project objectives.
• Prepare, submit, and maintain Research Ethics Board applications, amendments, annual reports, and related documentation to ensure ongoing compliance with ethical and institutional requirements.
• Draft and contribute to scholarly publications, conference presentations, technical reports, grant reports, and plain-language knowledge mobilization materials.
• Assist in the development, preparation, and submission of grant applications, funding proposals, and related research initiatives.
• Monitor funding opportunities, grant deadlines, and reporting requirements, and provide recommendations to the supervisor regarding potential funding sources.
• Prepare progress reports, final reports, and other deliverables required by granting agencies and project sponsors.
• Organize and coordinate research team meetings, including preparing agendas, documenting discussions, and tracking action items.
• Present research findings to academic, professional, community, and stakeholder audiences, as required.
• Travel may be required to support research activities, data collection, conferences, and knowledge mobilization initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Project Coordination and Administrative Support

• Coordinate meetings,…