sfs.yorku.ca\/work-study-programs<\/a><\/p>\nRate: $16\/hour<\/p>\n
Hours: Up to 5 hours\/week<\/p>\n
Start and End date: asap \u2013 April 24, 2020<\/p>\n
Application close date: Friday September 20th<\/sup>@4:00pm<\/p>\nSubmit your applications through the form at the bottom of this page.<\/p>\n
Description<\/h5>\n
Project Title: <\/strong>Supporting the Development of a New Program on Humanitarian Engineering & Global Health<\/p>\nProject Summary<\/strong><\/p>\nThe Lassonde School of Engineering (LSE) and the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research (DIGHR) are exploring the development of a new collaborative program of research and teaching in Humanitarian Engineering & Global Health. The proposed program has high-level objectives to:<\/p>\n
\n- To mobilize engineering researchers and practitioners to improve the technical effectiveness and public health impact of humanitarian response.<\/li>\n
- To cultivate, through training and mentorship, a cadre of Canadian engineers for technical and organizational leadership in the humanitarian response and global health world.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
To support the development of this new program, the PIs are seeking a RAY student who will help conduct scoping activities.<\/p>\n
Specific Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Carry out a scoping review (web search\/survey) of existing educational, research, and training programs in the area of Humanitarian Engineering<\/em>including definitions, program goals, curricula, research, accreditation, fees, and other relevant features.<\/li>\n
- Develop a database of key organizations and potential informants working \u2028in the area of interest.<\/li>\n
- Literature search and review on the concept of Humanitarian Engineering<\/em>and produce an annotated bibliography.<\/li>\n
- Develop a full and organized bibliographical compilation within a suitable reference document database, e.g., Mendeley.<\/li>\n
- Prepare subjects for interviews and telephone surveys, and transcription of key informant interviews, to map out training needs and areas of interest with NGO\/humanitarian agency personnel.<\/li>\n
- Support PIs with clerical and administrative duties relating to the development of a short course.<\/li>\n
- Production of knowledge products including briefings, slide decks, and reports.<\/li>\n
- Any other assigned activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Type of research experience the student will receive<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Performing literature searches and bibliographical compilations.<\/li>\n
- Learning interview techniques.<\/li>\n
- Learning the dynamics associated with being part of a research team.<\/li>\n
- Enhancing oral and written communication skills, including conference presentations and manuscripts.<\/li>\n
- Gap analysis\u2028, articulating research questions, and priority-setting.<\/li>\n
- Developing a compelling research proposal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Type of training and support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Methodological training on systematic literature review<\/li>\n
- Subject matter training\u2028 in Humanitarian Engineering<\/em><\/li>\n
- Day-to-day supervision by LSE\/DIGHR PIs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Supervisors: <\/strong>Dr. Syed Imran Ali<\/a> (Global Health & Humanitarianism Fellow, DIGHR), Prof. Satinder Brar<\/a> (Dept. of Civil Engineerinng, LSE), and Prof. James Orbinski<\/a> (Director, DIGHR)<\/p>\nQualifications and Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Current undergraduate York student \u2028in engineering.<\/li>\n
- Demonstrable interest in global health, environmental health, and humanitarianism.<\/li>\n
- Experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds\/cultures.<\/li>\n
- Ability to think conceptually and communicate ideas, thoughts and presentations.<\/li>\n
- Experience, and familiarity with conducting literature reviews.<\/li>\n
- Excellent computer skills (word processing, email, database management, spreadsheets); graphic design and layout skills desirable\u2028.<\/li>\n
- Demonstrable eagerness to learn, take on initiative and with good organizational and time \u2028management skills.<\/li>\n
- Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team with \u2028researchers, students, and staff.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n