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Student Research Assistant, Research Ambassador - Health Sciences

  • Internship
  • Vancouver

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  • You must be a current student in health sciences, possess strong research skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for promoting health-related initiatives.
  • You will assist in health sciences research, support outreach activities, engage with students, and contribute to data collection and analysis to promote research initiatives.

Requirements

  • Interest in Health Sciences research
  • Familiarity with college scholarly resources
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Strong problem-solving
  • Able to organize multiple tasks and projects effectively
  • Detail-oriented
  • A strong ethic of accountability
  • Able to organize large amounts of data
  • Experience with Excel, SPSS, NViVO, EndNote and other research software preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
  • Domestic students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:
  • 1. The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR
  • 2. The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term; OR
  • 3. The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term; OR
  • 4. The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the institution in the term immediately following the work term.
  • International students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:
  • 1. The international student is enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College, throughout the academic year; OR
  • 2. The international student, who is not a Douglas College student, but is an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C., has a valid Study Permit that has the notation – “May accept employment on or off campus if meeting eligibility criteria as per R186 (F), (V) or (W). Must cease working if no longer meeting these criteria.” Proof of enrollment in full-time studies from the other post-secondary institution is required.
  • An original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.
  • Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying institutions.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in monthly research committee meetings.
  • Communicate with students currently involved in or interested in research and provide support as needed.
  • Organize events for faculty and students aimed at promoting health sciences research.
  • Advertise research opportunities within the health sciences and assist in the recruitment of research assistants when needed.
  • Create online research resources and videos.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What are the work hours for the Student Research Assistant position?

The position allows for up to a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Where is the position located?

The position is located at the Coquitlam campus.

What are the work terms for this position?

The work terms are as follows: - Fall 2024: September 3, 2024 – December 19, 2024 - Winter 2025: January 6, 2025 – April 25, 2025 - Summer 2025: May 6, 2025 – August 18, 2025

What are the primary responsibilities for the Student Research Assistant?

Responsibilities include participating in monthly research committee meetings, communicating with students interested in research, organizing events to promote health sciences research, advertising research opportunities, creating online research resources and videos, and performing other duties as assigned.

What qualifications or experience are needed for this role?

Candidates should have an interest in Health Sciences research, familiarity with college scholarly resources, excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, organizational skills, attention to detail, accountability, and experience with research software such as Excel, SPSS, NViVO, and EndNote is preferred.

What are the eligibility criteria for domestic students to apply for this position?

Domestic students must meet ONE of the following criteria: 1. Enrolled in and maintaining a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR 2. Have been enrolled in and maintained a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and intend to enroll in the term immediately following; OR 3. Enrolled in and maintaining a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term; OR 4. Have been enrolled in and maintained a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and intend to enroll in the term immediately following.

What are the eligibility criteria for international students to apply?

International students must meet ONE of the following criteria: 1. Enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College throughout the academic year; OR 2. An international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. with a valid Study Permit that includes the notation allowing for employment, along with proof of enrollment in full-time studies from that institution.

Is there any documentation required before commencing work?

Yes, an original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.

Will Douglas College students receive preference in hiring?

Yes, qualified Douglas College students meeting the eligibility criteria will be given first preference over students from other qualifying institutions.

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Douglas College is one of the largest degree-granting colleges in British Columbia, educating close to 25,000 students a year. With two major campuses - one in New Westminster and one in Coquitlam - directly on SkyTrain lines, Douglas is one of the most accessible post-secondary institutions in Metro Vancouver. Douglas offers the most bachelor’s degrees and post-degree programs of any college in B.C., and is noted for combining the academic foundations of a university with the career-ready skills of a college. Because of the College’s strong academic base, the majority of these for-credit courses transfer to different research universities in B.C. and across Canada, providing students with flexible pathways to reach their academic goals. Over 960 experienced, teaching-focused faculty bring both academic rigor and real-world experience to the classroom at Douglas. Outside the classroom, over 900 other employees work together to create a friendly, inspiring, supportive and respectful environment.