Student Opportunity FW26/27 - AMR PA Research Assistant

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Published on July 14, 2026

Job ID: 10094

Job Title: AMR PA Research Assistant

Application Deadline: Thursday, August 13, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. ET

Applications are only accepted through the Career Centre. Go to the Experience York portal through Passport York and search for the posting with the Job ID listed above. Note: applicants must be eligible to participate in the Research @ York (RAY) program, see eligibility criteria (e.g., you must complete the Work/Study Eligibility Application).

Hourly wage: $20 per hour

Hours per week: 10 hours per week

Start date: September 8, 2026

End date: April 30, 2027

Job description

Under the supervision of Professor Mathieu Poirier, the AMR Policy Accelerator (AMRPA) Research Assistant (for up to 10 hours per week) will work closely with research project leads to contribute to various aspects of active research projects at AMRPA.

The AMR Policy Accelerator is a knowledge-to-policy initiative of the Global Strategy Lab that advances evidence-informed antimicrobial resistance (AMR) policymaking. We conduct activities under three interconnected streams of work:

1. Developing and disseminating Policy Translation tools, and supporting countries to strengthen their AMR policymaking initiatives.
2. Work with leading experts in the field to generate actionable Policy Research.
3. Support policy development and research around the world through a suite of Capacity Strengthening programs.

Specific research activities the student(s) will be engaged in:

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of research activities as part of the research and policy programs at the AMR Policy Accelerator applying appropriate quantitative and/or qualitative research methods (e.g. systematic and scoping reviews, desk reviews, comparative case studies, and statistical analysis).
• Collaborate on or support the development of research funding proposals and project proposals.
• Support the development of high quality, well written scientific manuscripts, policy reports, and data visualizations.
• Collaborate on or support knowledge translation activities such as report writing, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Assist with coordinating knowledge translation events, including research seminars, expert workshops, and policy dialogues.
• Actively contribute and participate in a dynamic and highly productive team environment.
• Communicate effectively with other team members and project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student at York University. Applicants from diverse programs of study are encouraged to apply, with basic knowledge of global health issues a requirement
• Demonstrated interest in global health research
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team with researchers, students, and staff.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and take initiative.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.

Application materials

• Cover letter
• Resume

If you have any questions, please email Mathieu Poirier.

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