Applied Research Technician II (3 positions) (15803-SM-Black Bear Project)

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Position Title	Applied Research Technician II (3 positions) (15803-SM-Black Bear Project)
Position Summary	Sandra MacDougall, Biology Instructor, Red Deer Polytechnic has secured funding from NSERC CCI Applied Research and Development Grants for the Project Title: Population Dynamics of Recolonizing American Black Bears (Ursus americanus) in the Beaver Hills Biosphere. Students will have the opportunity for skills development and networking through primary research activities and/or field experience, including: Classroom activities that will provide the opportunity for independent research projects and presentations on various elements of the study, Training and Safety Plan including First Aid, Bear Safety, Canada Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), and Red Deer Polytechnic’s Animal Care and Welfare course, Lab Safety Courses , WHMIS, and Respect in the Workplace and other training where applicable, Enriched experiences and interactions with grant partners including Parks Canada and Elk Island National Park, and Participation in practices that will promote equity, diversity and inclusion in the training environment.
Position Responsibilities	Research Support Performs standard tests or experiments Assists in gathering test samples and recording of results Compiles bibliographic information Observes and records activities following identified protocols Coordinates research by advertising for study participants, booking appointments, conducting sessions, recording responses, and performing follow-up as required Checks completeness of data of other applied research project associates and makes corrections when necessary Data Entry and Analysis Performs data entry Collects data using complex survey instruments or techniques · Performs complex qualitative and quantitative analysis · Summarizes statistical data Reports finding in summary form Research Synthesis and Dissemination Prepares literature reviews and reports Writes draft sections of research papers Prepares graphs and data for slides and presentation Presents research results to groups Searches for relevant research papers from topics provided · compiles information from literature searches
Required Qualifications	Be currently registered at Red Deer Polytechnic Be able to work in Canada Ability to work from 8:30am – 4:30pm from Monday to Friday June – August 2024 Ability to work part-time hours Sep – Oct 2024 Proven strong work ethic, attendance record and productivity in an independent work environment demonstrated through previous employment, education, or volunteer experience. Proven ability to work within a team and communicate positively supporting new and different ideas Ability to complete work duties such as sitting, standing, and/ light physical effort over modest periods of time, with some opportunity for relief and task variety Alberta Driver’s License (Class 5)
Preferred Qualifications	Proven ability to collect, synthesize, and report on data gathered Strong written and verbal communication skills
Salary or Hourly?	Hourly
Salary	$20.30 per hour
Benefits and Compensation Information	An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.
About Red Deer Polytechnic	Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic(RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities. Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another. Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community.

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Competition Number	2024-A-065
Employment Type	Casual
Number of Vacancies	3
Desired Start Date	06/10/2024
Position End Date (if term-certain)	10/09/2024
FTE	1
Hours of Work	8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Open Date	06/03/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Note to Applicant	To fulfill Red Deer Polytechnic’s mission to enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, people representing diverse perspectives and experiences are required. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons with any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Special Instructions to Applicants	This position is contingent on conditional funding and does not qualify for conversion under the AUPE Collective Agreement.

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