Student Research Assistant, Organized Crime and Gang-related Criminal Activity

Student Research Assistant, Organized Crime and Gang-related Criminal Activity

Please include the following:
- Douglas College Student ID number or indicate if you are enrolled in another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C.
- Domestic or International student status
- Being eligible to work please indicate the work terms you are applying for:

1. Fall 2024
2. Winter 2025
3. Summer 2025

If selected for an interview please bring one of the following:

1. Proof of enrollment for work term from Douglas College OR
2. Proof of enrollment for work term from another post-secondary institution OR
3. Domestic students only: proof of registration for the term immediately preceding the work term and indication of intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term

Please note you will be asked to submit an academic writing sample (e.g., research paper, term paper, literature review, or essay) if you are shortlisted.

Position Information

Location

Salary Range: $19.53/hour

The Opportunity

You’re passionate about research and bringing new knowledge to the forefront alongside others who are just as driven as you are in their search for answers. Your curiosity fuels your learning, but where you really shine is your ability to collaborate with diverse groups like students, faculty experts, employees, and community partners.

If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Student Research Assistant position, and gain real-world research experience while creating meaningful career connections.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices, and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative, and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

The Student Research Assistant will provide research support to the Co-Investigators for this study, funded by the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General for the Province of British Columbia. Under the direction, support, and assistance of the Co-Investigators, the responsibilities include:

• Attend planning meetings
• Retrieve, organize, and catalogue relevant research materials
• Conduct literature reviews
• Conduct analysis of criminal court cases

To be successful in this role you need:

• Satisfactory completion (Grade C+ or higher) of one of the following courses is required:
  CRIM 2254: Research Methods in Criminology
  CYCC 4423: Research Methods in CYC
  PSYC 2301: Research Methods in Psychology
  SOCI 2260: Introduction to Sociological Research
  SOWK 4160: Research Methods in Social Work
• Satisfactory completion (Grade B+ or higher) of one of the following courses is preferred:
  CRIM 3325: Qualitative Research Methods
  SOSC 3399: Directed Studies in Social Sciences

Domestic students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

• Enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR
• Have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term; OR
• Enrolled in, and maintain a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term

International students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

• Enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College throughout the academic year; OR
• International student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. with a valid Study Permit that allows employment as per R186 (F), (V) or (W). Proof of enrollment in full-time studies from the other post-secondary institution is required.

An original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.

Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying institutions.

Additional Information

The position is located at the New Westminster Campus. Hours of work: up to a maximum of 20 hours/week. The work terms for this position are:

1. Fall 2024: September 3, 2024 – December 19, 2024
2. Winter 2025: January 6, 2025 – April 25, 2025
3. Summer 2025: May 6, 2025 – August 18, 2025

This position will be located in the Criminology Department.

Posting Information

Posting Number: 02283SA

Position Title: Student Research Assistant, Organized Crime and Gang-related Criminal Activity

Anticipated Start Date: 09/03/2024

Needs a Criminal Records Check: No

Open Date: 07/18/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References: Not specified

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including those from groups that are experiencing inequity.

Qualified internal applicants must apply by December 19, 2024, to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.

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