Category: Research Staff

Administrative/ Staff Positions - Thunder Bay Campus

Department: EPID@Work Research Institute

Application Deadline: Open until filled, will start reviewing applications April 15^th, 2022             

Start date: As soon as possible

Project Coordinator

EPID@Work Research Institute

Thunder Bay Campus

Part-time, one year (negotiable)

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with knowledge and some experiences in doing mixed study. Funding for this position is made available through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).

This position is available under the leadership of Dr. Manal Alzghoul, School of Nursing, and in association with Enhancing the Prevention of Injury and Disability (EPID) @ Work Research Institute.

Key accountabilities:

·       Coordinate data collection

·       Support and provide consultation to other research members

·       Coordinate and participate in training and educational activities

Requirements / Qualifications:

·       Masters or equivalent training

·       Data collection experience and knowledge of data collection (Qualitative (preferred) and Quantitative)

·       Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives

Orientation and training of the position will be provided by Dr. Alzghoul.

Candidates should send their inquiries, full curriculum vitae, a one-page cover letter outlining their interest and two academic references to:

Dr. Manal Alzghoul

School of Nursing& EPID@Work Research Institute

Lakehead University

955 Oliver Road

Thunder Bay, ON

P7B 5E1

Email: malzghou&@lakeheadu.,ca

Review of applications will begin on April 15^th, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Category: Student Research Staff
Administrative/ Staff Positions – Remote Work
Department: EPID@Work Research Institute
Application Deadline: October 11, 2021
Start date: October 18, 2021 (negotiable)
Student Research Assistant
EPID@Work Research Institute
Thunder Bay Campus - Remote Work
Student Opportunity

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Student Research Assistant supporting a qualitative research project. Funding for this position is made available through the Yukon Government’s COVID-19 Research Recovery Program. The candidate will work under Dr. Vicki Kristman, Director, Enhancing the Prevention of Injury and Disability (EPID) @ Work Research Institute.

Work Location and Conditions:
Fully remote work, which requires access to reliable internet, a web camera, and a microphone to support tasks. Part-time hours with a flexible schedule and placement period.

Brief Description of Research Project:
The candidate will support a project exploring the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health and well-being of educators in Yukon. Our team will be interviewing educators with various roles and social locations to gain foundational insight into how they are experiencing pandemic-related changes within the territory.

Key Accountabilities
• Familiarize oneself with the project’s objectives and methodological approach
• Conduct Zoom interviews and perform thematic analysis
• Support and provide consultation to members of the research team
• Attend and contribute to EPID@Work scientific team meetings
• Participate in training and educational activities as suggested

Benefits to the Student:
This opportunity is ideal for an individual seeking experience in an applied research setting with a focus on workplace health in the north.
Required Qualifications and Competencies
• Graduate student enrolled at Lakehead University, Thunder Bay campus
• Completed TCPS2 certificate
• Self-motivated, organized, with strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently
and collaboratively
• Experience conducting interviews, performing thematic analysis, and utilizing NVivo software
are considered an asset

How to Apply:
Candidates should send their full curriculum vitae, a one-page cover letter outlining their interest, and two academic references to:
Dr. Vicki Kristman
EPID@Work Research Institute
Lakehead University
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B 5E1

Email: epid.hbsc@lakeheadu.ca

The review of applications will begin October 11, 2021.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Category: Research Staff

Administrative/ Staff Positions - Thunder Bay Campus

Department: EPID@Work Research Institute

Application Deadline: Open until filled, will start reviewing applications February 22, 2021

Start date: April 1, 2021

Part-time position

Nokiiwin Tribal Council, in partnership with EPID@Work is seeking a number of Community Champions to promote a workplace mental health peer support application within a number of communities.  Preference will be given to a community Elder. 

Funding for these positions are made available through the Canadian Institutes for Health Research. This position is available under the leadership of Dr. Vicki Kristman, Director, Enhancing the Prevention of Injury and Disability (EPID) @ Work Research Institute, and in association with the Nokiiwin Tribal Council.

Please click the below links to access detailed postings for each community: 

AZA Community Champion Position 

Pic Mobert Community Champion Position

BNA Community Champion Position 

BZA Community Champion Position 

FWFN Community Champion  

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Dept of Health Sciences, Dr. Vicki Kristman