The University of British Columbia
Location
British Columbia | Canada
Job description
Location: British Columbia
Date posted: 2024-03-07
Advertised until: 2024-04-06
The Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP), School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia (UBC) is seeking a Research Associate, Actualizing Indigenous Data Sovereignty Principles to lead the strategic development, direction and implementation of a data platform and data access framework to support Indigenous data sovereignty. This will bring equity to HELP’s data and knowledge sharing processes and support research and evidence-based decision making to improve the health and well-being of First Nations, Inuit and Métis children. The Research Associate will work in consultation with statisticians on data analyses, using population level data such as the EDI (Early Development Instrument) and the MDI (Middle Development Instrument). They will continue to explore the application of data sovereignty principles to research and data sharing at HELP. They will focus on data coding and analyses and have access to unique data sources working within an interdisciplinary research environment. The position will include leading:
The position will liaise with multi-disciplinary Indigenous academic researchers provincially, nationally and internationally who are conducting related research. The Research Associate will lead and co-author on academic reports and journal articles; write reports and summaries of research findings for policy makers, First Nations leadership and communities. They will ensure the research adheres to the ethical expectations of the Indigenous partners, as well as existing guidelines and principles stipulated by other organizations. They will inform and advise other HELP researchers about the role of these guidelines and protocols in research involving First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.
Candidates should hold a PhD in child development, human development, (developmental) psychology, or a related field, with a particular focus on childhood and early adolescence. Have a willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives different from their own and demonstrate a commitment to enhancing own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism. Candidates should have a proven ability to work with First Nations communities and Indigenous organizations and develop positive ongoing communication with community and organizational leaders. As well as excellent understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and a demonstrated understanding of established research principles and guidelines for engaging Indigenous communities. Candidates should possess expertise and experience in a number of statistical methodologies.
Anticipated starting date of this position: May 1, 2024 or upon a date to be mutually agreed and ends December 31, 2025. The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000 per year.
Please apply through e-recruit at: https://ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/ubcfacultyjobsand search for Job JR16467. An application package should include: detailed curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier, research plan, and names of four references.
For a detailed job description or further information, please contact:
Cheryl Rubuliak via email at [email protected]
Human Resources & Administration Manager
Human Early Learning Partnership
School of Population and Public Health
Closing date: April 6, 2024.
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. The Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP), School of Population and Public Health, at the University of British Columbia is a collaborative research and knowledge mobilization centre that cares about improving child well-being. We are an interdisciplinary team of faculty, staff and affiliates dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children, youth and their families and promoting equity from the start.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority and preference will be given to candidates with Indigenous ancestry.
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$85k - $95k per year
