Opportunity - Experiential Learning in Global Health WI25

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Published on November 18, 2024

Job Title: Experiential Learning in Global Health Research Assistant (three positions available)

Application Deadline: Thursday, December 5 @ 11:59 p.m. ET

To apply, please submit your application here: https://airtable.com/app056pBy3C9IrZE1/shrEOFZOSBcZmtMB8

Hourly wage: $19 per hour plus 4% vacation

Hours per week: 6 hours per week

Start date: January 2, 2025

End date: May 2, 2025

Job description

Under the supervision of Prof. Mary Wiktorowicz, Prof. A.M. Viens, and Dr. Emmanuel Musa, the research assistant (6 hours per week) will support the social media marketing, videography, photography, design and implementation of experiential learning in global health through the World Health Assembly Simulations 2025. The development of simulation-based learning is a form of experiential learning that provides learners the opportunity to apply their knowledge, understanding, and skills in a realistic and hands-on real-world environment.

Specific research activities the research assistants (s) will be engaged in:
• Support the design and implementation of global health simulations
• Support simulation learning objectives/outcomes
• Support the development of a simulation-based experiential learning faculty toolkit
• Support the development of a simulation facilitator training manual
• Participation in regular project team meetings
• Providing administrative and logistic support as required
• Creating and managing database of relevant research and educational materials
• Draft summary documents outlining key research findings and project design elements
• Conducting research materials search, compilation, and synthesis

Qualifications

• The Dahdaleh Institute welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated interest in issues of global health
• Demonstrated experience in project design and implementation
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and take on initiative
• Excellent communication skills (e.g., professional email/phone correspondence, presentation proficiency)
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team with researchers, students, and other team members
• Excellent computer skills (word processing, email, spreadsheets, social media)
• Demonstrated research skills and experience (e.g., conducting literature reviews)

Application materials

• Cover letter;
  • Cover letter should effectively communicate Large-Scale Event Organization Skills: Illustrate your organizational prowess by elaborating on experiences related to the planning and management of large-scale events. Discuss your role in coordinating logistics and ensuring the success of these events.
• Resume

If you have any questions, please email Emmanuel Musa, emusaon1@yorku.ca.

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