Research Assistant, Indigenous Studies
University of Saskatchewan View all jobs
- Saskatoon, SK
- Permanent
- Full-time
data entry and primary research. It is helpful to have some familiarity with Métis and/or Indigenous research, protocols and communities. Demonstrated experience reading hand-written script is required.Your general location of work will be at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and you will report to Dr. Allyson Stevenson.Education: This position is intended for undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan. Ideally, the student is undertaking a degree within the humanities, social sciences or computer science, with experience or focus on quantitative research methods. However, students with relevant experience and skills will also be considered.Required Number of Hours: 200 hours (until August 31, 2026 whichever is sooner)
Duration of Employment: May 4th - August 31st (17 weeks); with potential option to extend
Qualifications (Skills and Abilities): The candidate will have excellent ability to attend to details and have superior focus and research abilities. Hours are comprised of primarily data entry activities. Applicants should have skills working in archival research, working with Excel or other databases. Successful applicant must be able to read cursive handwriting.To Apply:
Interested applicants must include the following in their application: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of two references.
Inquiries for this position can be directed to Dr. Allyson StevensonWhere a graduate student is appointed to this position, it will be in scope of PSAC.Department: Indigenous Studies
Status: Casual with the possibility of extension
Employment Group: Undergraduate Students - Non-union
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.25
Salary: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Posted Date: 4/6/2026
Closing Date: 4/17/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On CampusThe University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: .
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
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