Are you a student at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) interested in collaborating on research to support older adults living in rural communities. Check out our job opportunities below! 

Undergraduate Research Assistant 

Job Description: We are looking to hire a  Research Assistant (RA) to support a scoping review of relevant literature on dementia care priorities of rural older adults living with dementia and their care partners. The RA will have the opportunity to attend team meetings, co-author relevant publications, and support the development of the initial literature review (draft). 

Responsibilities:  The RA will participate in training(s) related to conducting a scoping review and software of the articles. All articles will be described briefly within a data extraction table, list of references, and then into an initial literature review.  Work hours will be for approximately 9 hours per week from October 1, 2024 – February 30, 2025.  Additional contracts for work may be possible.

Requirements:  Attending TRU, strong analytical and communication skills, ability to take initiative and to work independently, and to participate as part of a team are required.  Strong computer skills and knowledge of Covidence are considered assets. 

To apply:  Please send an email with the  subject line “RA Position” a resume and cover letter to jbacsu@tru.ca by September 10, 2024.