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Uottawa

Research Assistant

Campus, IL · On-site

$31.89 - $50.25/hr

Main Campus Session: 2026 Spring/Summer Semester | Trimestre printemps/ete Faculty: Faculte des ... Research Assistant (CUPE) Posting Type: Recherche / Research Course Title: N/A Course Code: N/A ...

Cleveland State University

Research Assistant

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Posting Details Posting Details Business Title Research Assistant Posting Category Research Salary ... D., J.D. or Masters) Degree in Math/Physics/Engineering/Law/Environmental Science/Economics or ...

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Uottawa

Research Assistant

Campus, IL · On-site

$31.89 - $50.25/hr

Main Campus Session: 2026 Spring/Summer Semester | Trimestre printemps/ete Faculty: Faculte des ... Research Assistant (CUPE) Posting Type: Recherche / Research Course Title: N/A Course Code: N/A ...

CSU

Research Assistant

Campus, IL

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Posting Details Business Title Research Assistant Posting Category Research Salary Grade 04 Salary ... D., J.D. or Masters) Degree in Math/Physics/Engineering/Law/Environmental Science/Economics or ...

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Sralab

Research Assistant - CBM

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $27.25/hr

Summary The Research Assistant will be responsible for conducting literature searches, data ... Work requires communication and mathematics skills normally acquired in four years of college, plus ...

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What is a Summer Math Research Assistant?

A Summer Math Research Assistant is typically a student or early-career researcher who supports mathematics faculty or research teams during the summer. Their responsibilities may include gathering data, running simulations, analyzing mathematical models, and assisting with academic papers or presentations. This role provides hands-on experience in mathematical research and often helps students develop skills relevant to graduate school or STEM careers. Summer Math Research Assistants may work at universities, research institutes, or through special summer programs.

What are the most common challenges faced by Summer Math Research Assistants, and how can they be addressed?

Summer Math Research Assistants often encounter challenges such as adapting to new mathematical concepts quickly, managing multiple research tasks, and collaborating with diverse team members. To address these, it's important to communicate regularly with your supervisor and peers, stay organized with project timelines, and proactively seek clarification when needed. Engaging in group discussions and attending lab meetings can also help you stay connected and informed, making the research experience more rewarding and less overwhelming.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Math Research Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Math Research Assistant, you need strong mathematical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and familiarity with advanced math concepts, often supported by coursework in mathematics or related fields. Proficiency in mathematical software such as MATLAB, Mathematica, or Python is typically required, along with experience using research databases and tools. Attention to detail, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure high-quality research contributions, facilitate clear presentation of findings, and foster productive collaboration within research teams.

What is the difference between Summer Math Research Assistant vs Summer Data Analyst?

AspectSummer Math Research AssistantSummer Data Analyst
Required CredentialsUndergraduate or graduate in mathematics, statistics, or related fieldUndergraduate or graduate in data science, statistics, or related field
Work EnvironmentAcademic research projects, university labsCorporate, research firms, or academic settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutesBusinesses, consulting firms, research companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

The Summer Math Research Assistant role focuses on mathematical research, often within academic settings, requiring strong math credentials. In contrast, a Summer Data Analyst emphasizes data interpretation and analysis skills, typically in corporate or research environments. While both roles involve research and data handling, their focus and industry usage differ significantly.

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Research Assistant

Uottawa

Campus, IL • On-site

$31.89 - $50.25/hr

Part-time

PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Posting Reason:

New Position

Location where work is to be performed:

Main Campus

Session:

2026 Spring/Summer Semester | Trimestre printemps/ete

Faculty:

Faculte des sciences sociales / Faculty of Social Sciences

Unit:

School of Psychology_Serena Corsini-Munt_JM

Job Classification:

Research Assistant (CUPE)

Posting Type:

Recherche / Research

Course Title:

N/A

Course Code:

N/A

Section:

Supervisor name (if known):

Serena Corsini-Munt

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/06/24

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/07/09

Description of tasks (hours):

Unless specified below, specific allocation of hours to various tasks should be articulated in a description of work negotiated and signed by you and the supervising professor prior to the commencement of work.

Recherche / Research:0Preparation / Preparation:0Contact avec etudiants / Contact with Students:0Correction - Notation / Grading:0Surveillance / Proctoring:0Formation / Training:0Autre / Other:0

Number of positions:

1

Expected Enrolment:

N/A

Work Start Date:

July 20, 2026

Work End Date:

August 31, 2026

Total Work Hours:

30

Hourly Rate:

AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $31.89 ou/or $50.25 (2024-2025)

The academic year starts on September 1 and ends on August 31.

Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate.

These rates do not included vacation pay nor statutory pay.

These rates will be applied until a new collective agreement is ratified. Retro will be paid after the ratification.

Language of Work:

Anglais | English, Francais | French

Requirements and Nature of Work:

Responsibilities:

  • Recruit and engage with participants (in English) for a research survey examining sexual knowledge, sexual wellbeing and experiences of discussing such topics with a health care provider. The target population are adults assigned female at birth and/or people that have/had a uterus.

  • Tasks include developing and distributing recruitment material via online ads as well as engaging with community services/organizations. Other tasks would include compiling data from Qualtrics surveys, assisting with data cleaning and organization.

  • Possibility to extend contract.

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled student (BSc/BA/Masters/PhD);

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills;

  • Relevant content experience in participant engagement and recruitment; content knowledge relating to sexual health through coursework, research or previous work experience;

  • Proficient knowledge of Qualtrics, SPSS, Excel.

Other comments or notes:

  • Preference for those applying to both contracts (Summer and Fall).

Additional Information and/or Comments:

All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The list of training requirements may be modified by provincial law. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require. We may consult with the Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources, if needed. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement; you can click here to find out more.

The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 - Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

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