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Research Assistant

About CPAWSB

The CPA Western School of Business (CPAWSB) provides an innovative, competency-based learning program to more than 15,000 learners in Western and Northern Canada who are completing their formal education toward certification as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in Canada. CPAWSB delivers the CPA Preparatory Courses and the CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP) through online distance learning and face-to-face modules that prepare candidates for the national Common Final Examination (CFE). The School is dedicated to providing excellent service in meeting learners’ education and support needs and working effectively with everyone.

About the Position

We are currently offering an 18-month term position for a Research Assistant. This role is eligible for hybrid work, with preference given to candidates located in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba.

The Research Assistant supports the completion of educational research, coordination of evaluation research, and assists in additional research work including data collection, literature review, transcriptions, thematic coding, etc. This role focuses on logistical planning, coordination, and delivery of ILA educational initiatives, ensuring that new learners receive personalized attention and culturally sensitive support. The coordinator will work closely with operational departments and external organizations to integrate Indigenous contexts into service delivery and support broader recruitment, admission, and education goals.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Include but are not limited to: 

  • Assists in collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data (focus groups, individual interviews, surveys, etc.). 
  • Assists in cleaning notes and analyzing data to provide valuable insights and theme identification.  
  • Processes interviews’ transcriptions and recordings. 
  • Assists in facilitated discussions, being familiar with and able to produce high-quality descriptions for observations in situ and analysis. 
  • Produces high-quality literature reviews with key papers of importance to the business and academic environment to support applied research to the business environment. 
  • Develops project materials, including consent form templates, study aides, questionnaires, data collection forms, findings’ tables, etc. 
  • Prepares ethics applications, renewals, and amendments. 
  • Coordinates research meetings and interviews with internal and external partners and participants. 
  • Interacts and communicates with stakeholders, investigators, and team members regularly. 
  • Assists in preparing publications, presentations, technical and dissemination reports and briefings for different stakeholder groups. 
  • Maintains detailed records and field notes and organized information. 
  • Ensures compliance with School privacy policies and all applicable privacy legislation when carrying out all job duties and functions and obligation to report known or suspected breaches of privacy.  
  • Education: Completion of a graduate or bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
  • Experience: Experience as a research assistant and experience assisting in qualitative research with minimal supervision and a track record of increasing independence in decision-making. Experience working with students is considered an asset.
  • Research-related Knowledge: Knowledge and familiarity with academic research ethics board standards, qualitative data analysis, and quantitative (e.g., survey development, evidence synthesis) research. Familiarity with grounded theory methodologies as well as with academic ethics and plagiarism protocols.  Knowledge on design thinking or learning engineering processes.
  • Computer Skills: Strong technical aptitude with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Adobe.
  • Background in education, science, social sciences, or related field 
  • Familiarity with education theories and research 
  • Knowledge of Indigenous perspectives, methodologies, or First Nations Principles of OCAP 
  • Knowledge of evaluation research processes
  • Confidentiality: Maintains confidentiality using discretion and professional judgment.  
  • Interpersonal Skills: Acts in a pragmatic and professional manner.  
  • Independence: Independent and self-motivated while possessing the desire to work in a collaborative work environment. 
  • Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and high attention to detail. 
  • Prioritization and Scheduling: Adheres to study protocol to deliver consistent quality intervention.  
  • Adaptability: Works well independently and in a team environment and adapts to changing workloads and priorities. 
  • Pressure Management: Conducts research within tight timelines and schedules. 
  • Language Proficiency: Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently 

Salary and Workspace

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The salary range for this role is a minimum of $48,000 to a maximum of $72,000 per year along with a comprehensive benefits package, CPAWSB can offer an exciting and challenging work environment, as well as a company culture that values, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, Responsiveness, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

This role is based in one of the CPAWSB’s Western Provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan or Manitoba and offers the successful candidate the ability to work remotely.  Some travel may be required for this position. This role will require flexible scheduling to accommodate potential weekends and evenings, depending on the schedule of workshops/learning sessions and events.

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Applications

If you believe that you could thrive in our environment, and are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit a detailed cover letter and resume for consideration by Friday, September 13, 2024.

Apply now

We are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, members of racialized and other diverse groups. 

Thanks to all applicants for your interest in this opportunity. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.