Research Assistant, Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy

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  • Saskatoon, SK
  • Permanent
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 1 jour
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Research Assistant, Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public PolicyThe Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is recruiting a Graduate Research Assistant to support an applied research project on nuclear workforce development and post-secondary education capacity in Saskatchewan. The position will report to Dr. Alaz Munzur, Assistant Professor at JSGS. The general location of work will be at the Diefenbaker Building where JSGS is located.The Research Assistant will contribute to the qualitative and analytical components of the project with a focus on assessing the current capacity of Saskatchewan's post-secondary institutions to deliver nuclear energy training programs across the nuclear supply chain, including exploration, extraction, mining, upstream processing, and waste storage. The work involves engaging with faculty members at the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, and Saskatchewan Polytechnic to identify gaps, overlaps, and laddering opportunities in existing educational offerings and to examine the role of key industry partners in workforce development.The typical duties for the Research Assistant include:
  • Conducting semi-structured interviews with faculty members and academic leaders at post-secondary institutions across the province;
  • Preparing ethics applications for research involving human participants;
  • Developing surveys and other data collection instruments;
  • Collecting, organizing, and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data from consultations and secondary sources;
  • Preparing tables, figures, and results summaries for inclusion in the working paper;
  • Attending regular team meetings; and
  • Other related duties as assigned.
Required Number of Hours: Up to 12 hours per week
Duration of Employment: April 22, 2026, to October 31, 2027QualificationsEducation: Completion of a bachelor's degree in education, environmental engineering, resource economics and policy, statistics, or a closely related discipline. Preference will be given to applicants currently enrolled in a PhD or Master's program in the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, Agricultural and Resource Economics, or the School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS) at the University of Saskatchewan. PhD students are especially encouraged to apply.Experience: A background in curriculum design, education policy, or post-secondary program development is an asset. Experience working with qualitative research methods (e.g., semi-structured interviews, thematic analysis) is an asset. Familiarity with nuclear energy policy, workforce development, or the nuclear supply chain in Canada is an asset.Skills and Abilities
  • Strong communication and analytical skills
  • Ability to work with nuclear industry data
  • Good understanding of the nuclear sector in Canada
  • Proficiency in at least one programming or statistical software package (Python, MATLAB, R, or Stata)
  • Excellent critical thinking skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and follow timelines
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
To Apply
  • Applicants must include, in a single PDF file, a cover letter and CV/resume.
  • Applications must be submitted to
and use the following for the subject line: Application for Dr. Munzur RA.Where a graduate student is appointed to this position, it will be in scope of PSAC.Department: School of Public Policy
Status: Casual
Employment Group: Graduate Students - PSAC
Rate of Pay:
Posted Date: 4/15/2026
Closing Date: 4/21/2026
Number of Openings: 1
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