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Research adjunct:Western UniversityJob description:Research adjunctby Western UniversityReference #: 34627 Employment type: Temporary Job location: London, ON Date Published: Apr 16, 2024 Job DescriptionClassification & Regular HoursHours per Week: 35 income Grade: Level M Please note, this is a temporary one-year grant-funded function with the possibility of renewal. About WesternWith an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands expertise and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment practice, offering competitive salaries, a wide variety of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses. About UsThe mission of Brain and Mind at Western is to provide a centralized and visible presence for cognitive neuroscience at Western University. The Institute's primary functions are to promote research, to facilitate the training of highly qualified personnel, and to foster national and international collaborations in cognitive neuroscience. The Numerical Cognition Laboratory is a research group that is housed in the Western Interdisciplinary Research Building on Western’s campus. Members of the Numerical Cognition laboratory investigate the development of numerical and mathematical expertise in children using a diversity of methods including behavioral research, surveys and functional neuroimaging. ResponsibilitiesThe Research adjunct will support research and related administrative activities for the research project under the direction of a principal investigator. The Research adjunct will assist researchers, staff, students and other members of the research team with a variety of day-to-day research tasks to support and to facilitate the achievement of innovative research results. The Research adjunct will assist with compiling and analyzing research results, and will support expertise translation and dissemination. The Research adjunct will also support the development and implementation of future research projects. Qualificationssuitable education » 3 year university undergraduate degree in Psychology, Neuroscience or Education » 4 year honor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience or Education preferred practice: » 1 year practice supporting research implementation and related administrative activities » Previous practice working with children and young people is preferred expertise, expertise & Abilities: » Familiarity with regulations and guidelines governing research ethics in an academic environment » Familiarity with techniques for updating, managing and extracting data from a research database » capability to collaborate and develop credible relationships with a wide variety of individuals, internal and external to Western » Communication expertise to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users » capability to write clear, concise and accurate procedural documentation » capability to work in a manner that models best practices in confidentiality standards » capability and availability to employ a consultative and collaborative approach to covering issues and making decisions » Detail-oriented with an capability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy » capability and availability to stay abreast of technological developments » Intermediate computer expertise in Microsoft Office Suite » Intermediate expertise in software and applications used to produce and analyze research results » Demonstrated capability take initiative, to work independently and follow through on work assignments » capability to prioritize and organize a fluctuating work load » capability to investigate defined issues, solicit input, and suggest remedies and alternative approaches that meet the needs of the situation » capability to interact professionally with students, staff, faculty, and other members of the University community » capability to interpret and identify key results from research and to succinctly summarize research findings » capability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals » Demonstrated working expertise of significant scientific/research principles » Familiarity with University policies and procedures related to research preferred Union StatementWestern welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, it is the university's policy to give first consideration to all qualified UWOSA candidates. Background ChecksPlease note, prosperous candidates may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector, criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment. Western Values DiversityThe University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities all over the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, Contact Us by Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194. Please Note:Interested candidates are asked to visit https://recruit.uwo.ca For more information and to apply online referencing job #34627 by midnight on April 29, 2024. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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