Brandon University
Location
Brandon, MB | Canada
Job description
Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on February 28, 2024.
Classification: Research Assistant III
Employee Group: PSAC
Job Title: Research Assistant
Department: Math & Computer Science
Wage or Salary: $20.04/hr
Hours of Work: 8 hours per week
Start Date: March 1, 2024
Number of Positions available: 1
Length of Appointment: until April 26, 2024
Course title and number (if applicable):
Date Issued: February 21, 2024
Duties:
Under the direction of Dr. Lucyshyn-Wright, Dept. of Mathematics and Computer Science, duties include:
– independent and collaborative research in mathematics at Brandon University;
– writing reports and/or papers;
– writing notes to communicate research progress;
– attending in-person meetings at Brandon University;
– collaborative discussion and reporting of research progress in meetings;
– assigned reading and study in mathematics;
– other relevant duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Experience:
– Completed course requirements for four-year Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, with excellent marks;
– Documented excellent performance in an abstract/modern algebra course with a mark at the A+ level;
– Evidence of strong aptitude in pure mathematics and of excellent performance in pure mathematics;
– Effective written and verbal communication;
– Evidence of effective independent written work in pure mathematics, such as formal survey papers or research papers;
– Evidence of effective written research work in pure mathematics, such as research papers;
– Research experience in category theory is an asset.
To Apply:
Submit an application by email to Dr. Lucyshyn-Wright at [email protected] , including a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and two samples of your formal written work in pure mathematics, demonstrating effective written research work in pure mathematics.
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise HR at [email protected] . All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.
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$20.04 per hour
