Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on May 10, 2024 Classification: Research Assistant III Employee Group: PSAC Job Title: Research Assistant Department: Political Science / Arts Wage or Salary : $20.04/hr. Hours of Work: 15 hours / week Start Date: May 21, 2024 Number of Positions available : 2 Length of Appointment :(indicate end date of employment): 12 weeks ending Aug 9, 2024 Course title and number (if applicable): Date Issued: April 25 2024
Qualifications/Experience:
-senior undergraduate (e.g., 4th year) -background in social sciences, with preference given to political science -evidence of strong writing, organization, and communication skills -evidence of strong analytical and methodological skills -attention to detail and ability to work independently -demonstrated interest in the research area (power-sharing settlements; consociationalism; constitutional design; referendums; citizen participation) -knowledge of political processes in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Lebanon, and Northern Ireland considered an asset
Duties:
-assist with the collection, collation and interpretation of data -review and code peace agreements and constitutional documents -conduct literature searches and provide annotations -conduct content analysis -attend meetings with PI and with international collaborators -and other relevant duties as assigned This is part of a SSHRC funded project titled Citizen Inclusion in Power- Sharing Settlements
To Apply:
Please submit a CV, cover letter and name and contact information for two references to Dr. Allison McCulloch at [email protected]
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