Student Research Assistant – OT Mentoring Program

About the role

The School of Physical and Occupational Therapy seeks a Student Research Assistant to support the evaluation of its OT mentoring extension program. The role combines research activities, data analysis, and administrative support, offering a practical learning experience in a university setting.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement a survey for both mentees and mentors, ensuring relevance and clarity of questions.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses of the collected survey data using appropriate statistical and thematic methods.
• Develop focus group discussion guides, conduct focus group sessions, and carry out thematic analysis of the qualitative data.
• Provide administrative support such as editing and formatting research documents, preparing materials for events, and assisting with logistical arrangements as needed.

Required profile

• Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Demonstrate high-level English proficiency in both written and oral communication (level 4 qualifier).
• Possess experience in conducting quantitative and/or qualitative research, including data analysis and interpretation.
• Exhibit strong communication and teamwork abilities, essential for collaborative research environments.
• Have knowledge of both French and English, aligning with the bilingual context of the university.