Indigenous Research Graduate Academic Assistant

Position Type: Graduate Academic Assistant (GAA)
Period: May 1 to August 15, 2025
Salary: $27.00–$32.40/hour, depending on experience
Hours: Up to 12 hrs/week; max. 180 hrs total

The Department of Educational Studies (EDST) at the University of British Columbia invites applications for a Graduate Academic Assistant (GAA) position to support Indigenous language and place-based learning research projects led by Dr. chuutsqa L. Rorick, Assistant Professor of Indigenous Education and member of the Hesquiaht First Nation.

This opportunity is ideal for a graduate student interested in Indigenous methodologies, land-based pedagogies, language revitalization, and reciprocal research practices. The position offers mentorship in Indigenous research paradigms and academic contributions to projects supporting Indigenous language revitalization and resurgence.

Description and Duties:

The GAA will:
– Conduct literature reviews in Indigenous Education, Indigenous Language Revitalization, and place-based learning.
– Support project coordination and logistics across multiple Indigenous research projects.
– Prepare academic reports, knowledge translation materials, and publications.
– Assist in organizing and documenting bi-weekly research team meetings.
– Contribute to ethical research protocols, especially those involving Indigenous communities.
– Engage in administrative work related to digital Indigenous language projects.
– Translate research into community-friendly formats (e.g., presentations, social media posts).
– Support mentoring and supervision of undergraduate practicum students or volunteers as needed.

Benefits to the Student:

– Mentorship in Indigenous research approaches and engagement with community-led projects.
– Skill development in qualitative research, academic writing, and collaborative methodologies.
– Administrative experience with Indigenous land-based language initiatives.
– Flexible hours and a supportive research environment rooted in Indigenous values.

Qualifications:

– Currently enrolled in a graduate program (M.Ed., M.A., Ph.D., or Ed.D.).
– In good academic standing.
– Experience in or a demonstrated commitment to Indigenous research and/or language revitalization.
– Strong organizational and communication skills.
– Ability to work independently and relationally in community-based settings.
– Basic computer literacy and administrative competency.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following to edst-jobs.educ@ubc.ca by end of day April 22, 2025:
– Updated CV (required)
– A brief PDF (1 page max.) describing your experience and qualities that make you a strong fit for this position
– Completed Graduate Academic Assistant (GAA) Application Form (GAA form available through the UBC EDST website)

Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equity and Inclusion Statement:
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ communities.