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Published on July 19, 2023
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Job ID: 59993
Job Title: Intergenerational Friendly Communities for the Seniors and Youth in Rexdale and Jamestown RAY Assistant
Application Deadline: Thursday, August 17, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m. ET
Applications are only accepted through the Career Centre. Go to the Career Centre portal and search for the posting with the Job ID listed above.
Hourly wage: $17.50 per hour
Hours per week: 6 hours per week
Start date: September 5, 2023
End date: April 26, 2024
Job description
Under the supervision of Dr. Shital Desai, the Intergenerational Friendly Communities RAY student (6 hours per week) will:
- Conduct Literature review
- Design appropriate tools, methods, for the data collection
- Collect pilot data using designed Research methods and tools
- Assist in documenting the methodology
Specific research activities the student(s) will be engaged in:
- Gathering information about the Rexdale And Jamestown community and the experiences of Seniors and Youth in the community
- Creating and maintaining a structured and annotated bibliographic review of existing literature organizing resources, projects, and individuals;
- Managing sources using reference management software.
- Conduct literature review on intergenerational activities and communication in Rexdale and Jamestown communities between seniors and youth
- Using Atlas to visualise the themes prominent in the literature review
- Submit ethics application
- Collect pilot data using designed Research methods and tools
Type of research experience the student(s) will receive:
- Critical thinking
- Conducting literature review; Conducting literature review; Creating annotated bibliography; Knowledge of reference management tools, analysis software
- Design Research Methods
- Preparing presentations and written outputs of research; Editing and formatting drafts;
- Professional communication skills
Type of training and support that will be provided to the student(s) in carrying out these research activities:
- Critical thinking
- Conducting literature review; Creating annotated bibliography; Knowledge of reference management tools, analysis software
- Design Research Methods
- Preparing presentations and written outputs of research; Editing and formatting drafts;
- Professional communication skills
Qualifications
- Current undergraduate York student. Applicants from diverse programs of study are encouraged. The Dahdaleh Institute welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.
- Demonstrated interest in Design Research methods.
- Demonstrated skills, experience, and familiarity with conducting literature reviews.
- Demonstrated knowledge of research methods (quantitative and/or qualitative and/or integrative).
- Demonstrated excellent analytic skills for understanding, sorting, and categorizing complex information. Skills and resourcefulness in drawing mind-maps and tabulating information is an asset.
- Demonstrated note-taking, journal-keeping, and filing skills.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills: professional written and interactive correspondence, public speaking and presentation.
- Demonstrated excellent computer skills (word processing, email, database, spreadsheets, forms, and slides; facility with Office 365 Apps). WordPress editing skills are an asset. Social media communication skills are an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including international and cross-cultural communication. Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team with researchers, students, and staff.
- Demonstrated an eagerness to learn, support, and take on initiative.
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
Application materials
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Two references
If you have any questions, please email Shital Desai
Themes | Global Health & Humanitarianism |
Status | Concluded |
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