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Flexible, work from home schedule with a top employer.
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) SITE Centre invites applications for a Research Assistant to assist with a literature review on Barriers to Employment for Indigenous People and Best Practices for Employers. 
Responsibilities include searching library catalogues and databases for literature and compiling a comprehensive list of relevant literature for review.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 23, 2021
About this Role:
- part-time, 5 to 10 hours a week including weekly meetings
- work from home opportunity
- competitve wage commensurate with expereince and qualifications
- short-term contract that could lead to further work assignments with one of BC’s top employers.
The Perfect Candidate:
- Interest or knowledge in the subject matter: Barriers to Employment for Indigenous People and Best Practices for Employers.
- Excellent academic research and writing skills
- Experience conducting literature reviews.
- Experience analyzing abstracts.
- Attention to detail, critical thinking and organization skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written (english).
- Ability to work independently, productively, and creatively.
- Knowledge of Indigenous history, culture and traditions are very beneficial.
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a Masters or Bachelors Degree in a related field would be an asset.
Responsibilities Include:
- The research assistant’s primary responsibility will be to search library catalogues and databases for literature and compile a comprehensive list of relevant literature for review.
- The work will be completed independently with weekly reporting to the Principle Researcher.
- Responsibilities may increase to include activity such as undertaking literature reviews and assisting with analysis.
How to Apply:
Please apply directly with a Cover Letter and Resume to Sonial Dhaliwal at sonia_dhaliwal116@bcit.ca
We will forward all applications received care of Whistler Personnel directly to the employer for review and consideration. Due to time constraints, only those candidates who have been selected for further consideration or an interview may be contacted.
