Research Assistant Project 8
Project scope
Categories
Communications Market research Project management Product or service launch DatabasesSkills
detail oriented presentations project management self-motivation scheduling research reports administrative support research design research data collectionCareer and Experiential Learning Department is seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Research Assistants. This position will provide a unique opportunity to contribute to research projects in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating university environment.
1. Literature Review:
· Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to support research projects.
· Summarize and synthesize relevant literature to inform research design and methodology.
2. Data Collection and Analysis:
· Assist in the design and implementation of research studies.
· Collect, organize, and analyze data using appropriate methodologies and statistical tools.
· Contribute to the preparation of research reports and presentations.
3. Laboratory or Field Work:
· Assist in laboratory experiments or fieldwork, as applicable to the research project.
· Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures and results.
4. Collaboration:
· Collaborate with senior researchers, faculty, and fellow research assistants.
· Attend research meetings, contribute insights, and provide progress updates.
5. Documentation and Reporting:
· Prepare research manuscripts, reports, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
· Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and other funding applications.
6. Administrative Support:
Provide administrative support for research projects, including scheduling, organizing meetings, and managing project-related documentation.
Weekly check in meetings and feedback throughout the process.
Some projects may meet more frequently than others. Supervisors will support students throughout the entire process.
About the company
Thompson Rivers University, or TRU, is a comprehensive, learner-centred, environmentally responsible institution that serves its regional, national, and international learners and their communities through high quality and flexible education, training, research and scholarship. Thompson Rivers University, or TRU, is a comprehensive, learner-centred, environmentally responsible institution that serves its regional, national, and international learners and their communities through high quality and flexible education, training, research and scholarship. Riipen is centrally organized through the TRU Career and Experiential Learning Department-faculty questions regarding the Riipen platform can be sent to Larry Iles, Senior Faculty CEL liles@tru.ca