Position Number | P00643 |
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Position Title | Research Assistant - Mathematics |
Supervisor Department | Mathematics & Statistics |
Supervisor | Leslie Shayer |
Location | Kelowna |
Other Flexible Work Options | |
Your Opportunity | In accordance with Letter of Understanding #3 – Research Projects, and under the direct supervision of the College Professor, the Student will assist the supervisor with activities relating to Indigenizing Math 111 (Essential Math for Arts) |
Functions and Duties | The Research Assistant will assist the supervisor by performing the following duties: 1. Assists with research for educational purposes. 2. Assists in preparing Indigenous lesson plans for Math 111. 3. Participates in research activities related to the subject area being investigated such as proper protocol when inviting Elders into the classroom. 4. Assists in collecting and compiling data associated with improvements to indigenize the course curriculum for future semesters. 5. Performs other duties as assigned. |
Position Specific Functions | |
Education and Experience | Student must be enrolled in a post-secondary program at Okanagan College. Prior work experience is an asset, especially working with people and/or involved in community cultural activities. Indigenous student preferred. |
Skills and Abilities | · Friendly and approachable · Works well independently and as part of a team · Well-developed organizational skills · Good interpersonal skills · Comfortable with numbers |
Position Specific Education and Experience | |
Desired Start Date | 05/01/2024 |
Position End Date | 08/31/2024 |
Schedule | |
Hourly Rate | |
Appointment Type | Support Non-Regular Student |
Competition Number | S000138 |
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Open Date | 03/25/2024 |
Posting Close Date | 05/31/2024 |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
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(Open Ended Question)