Research Assistant - Institute of Prairie and Indigenous Archaeology
Competition 2447
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Description
This competition is restricted to internal applicants of the University of Alberta. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position has an end date of February 28, 2026 with the possibility of extension.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
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Position
Reporting to the Institute of Prairie and Indigenous Archaeology (IPIA) Director and working alongside the IPIA Administrative Support, the Lead Research Assistant / Equipment Manager is primarily responsible for research tasks related to trust–funded research and service agreements held with the IPIA, providing coverage during the IPIA Program Coordinator’s period of leave.
This position is responsible for providing project-specific administrative and research support to community-led projects through the IPIA. This role may also act as supervisory oversight for aspects of study design, data collection, data analysis and management, and reporting. In addition, this role is also tasked with laboratory and equipment management, including safety, training, maintenance, and repair.
Duties
- Responsible for IPIA designated lab space and equipment management, including safety, maintenance, and training.
- Participates in and oversees community-led archaeological research projects for the IPIA including research design, data collection, data processing, results, and final reports.
- Works with community partner representatives to identify and document project requirements. Collaborates with communities on the development of projects, project scoping, and planning. Participates in regular meetings with community partners. Maintains positive community relations.
- Prepare reports (progress, research, scientific, or final reports) for trust-funded research programs and service agreements as requested for distribution to stakeholders, granting agencies, external funders, or the public.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology/Anthropology or Indigenous studies.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in research and equipment management.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills for report writing, correspondence, and presentations.
- Strong analytical and research skills including the ability to synthesize and summarize information in a logical manner.
- Familiarity with archaeological and geophysical research equipment including; Ground-Penetrating Radar, drone imagery and LiDAR, Total Stations, RTK-GNSS units, and Magnetometry.
- First Aid Level C Certification required.
- UTV Operators Certification required.
- Willing to travel within Alberta, evening and weekend work occasionally required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with Indigenous communities.
- Master’s degree in Archaeology/Anthropology or related subjects.
- Drone Pilot’s Certification - Basic or Advanced operations.
- Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision and direction.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
ApplyNote: This opportunity will be available until midnight July 15, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.