Research Assistant II

 

Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on May 17th, 2019

Classification:

 

Research Assistant II

Employee Group:

 

PSAC

Job Title:

 

Research Assistant

Department:

 

Philosophy

Wage or Salary:

 

$ 12.85 per hour

Hours of Work:

 

104

Start Date:  

ASAP

Number of Positions available:

1

Length of Appointment:

 

13 weeks

Course title and number (if applicable):

 

N/A

Date Issued:

May 8, 2019

 

Duties:

The RA will be responsible for gathering and compiling research in the philosophy of medicine that relates to the debate between naturalism and normativism. It may also prove useful to enlist the RA’s help in compiling a bibliography and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

Experience gathering and compelling research

Experience with literature databases: GoogleScholar, Jstor, PhilPapers, and PubMed, etc.

At least second-year experience in philosophy courses (Ethics and Philosophy of Science an advantage)

Minimum 3.0 GPA, with a minimum of 24 credit hours of coursework completed

Possess computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, and with Google Docs and Drive

Be able to work independently with minimal direction

Possess excellent writing skills

 Apply in writing with a resume and brief description of experience that shows clearly how you meet the above qualifications. Please submit your application with any supporting documentation by email to: Dr. S. Andrew Inkpen, Department of Philosophy, inkpena@brandonu.ca.

 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

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