Indigenous Research Specialist | |
| Job ID | F4-04-24-5E-16-62 |
| Company | York University |
| Location | Toronto |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2024-07-09 |
| Posted Until | 2024-08-08 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Social Services |
| Job Details | View attachment |
| Description | |
| Indigenous Research Specialist Reference: 110339 Duration: Contract Full Time Location: 4700 Keele Street, Toronto Indigenous Research Specialist All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply: Indigenous Peoples of Canada under the Human Rights Act and the Employment Equity Act will be given first consideration for this posting. Indigenous Peoples include status, non-status First Nation, Metis and Inuit People under the Employment Equity Act within Canada. Non-Indigenous candidates with experience supporting research in Indigenous contexts will be considered if the position cannot be filled by Indigenous candidates. York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term careers and personal success. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet and our future. The Indigenous Research Specialist role supports research and partnerships of Indigenous researchers including senior PhD students, post-docs, tenure stream and tenured faculty members and supports the research activities of non-Indigenous faculty working in Indigenous contexts. The role works to promote awareness of researchers to internal and external audiences, supports community engagement, assists with the development and review of grant applications to secure external funding, and provides post-award support including finance, HR and data management. The role provides research administration support as required. To be considered for this opportunity, you will bring the following: Education: - University undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as Social Sciences and Humanities required or an equivalent of 4 years recent experience (defined as within the last five years) working at York University and performing the same or similar tasks. Graduate degree would be an asset. - This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below. Experience: - Five years relevant work experience in Indigenous contexts, in an academic research environment. Experience navigating Indigenous content in colonial settings. For full position details, including skills and knowledge requirements, and to apply to this exciting opportunity visit the External Career Portal (www.yorku.ca/jobs) and refer to posting 110339. We offer comprehensive benefits and access to superb educational and recreational facilities. For more information on what York has to offer U please visit: http://hr.info.yorku.ca/benefits | |
| Start Date | as soon as possible |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | Click "Apply Now' |
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