Student Research Assistant

Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts Unit Arts-Economics Employee Group CUPE 2419 CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Student Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary

DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES: This research project examines Canadian immigration policies and programs, with a focus on understanding how immigration policies differ across provinces, how they have evolved over time, and their implications for provincial labour markets and future immigration policy development. The successful candidate will conduct a comprehensive literature review of Canadian immigration policies and programs, examine policy developments, interprovincial variations, and emerging challenges, identify research gaps, and synthesize evidence from academic and policy literature. The Research Assistant will also summarize research findings, prepare annotated bibliographies, assist with data collection and analysis as needed, and participate in regular meetings with the research team. Additional research-related duties may be assigned as required.

Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A motivated graduate or a fourth-year undergraduate student majoring in economics, public policy, political science, sociology or a related field with a genuine interest in understanding and improving immigration policies and outcomes in Canada.
• Strong research, analytical, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail, ability to work independently.
• Experience and proficiency with all Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Physical Demands Pay Grade As Per CUPE 2419 Salary Range As per CUPE 2419 Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours

Approximately 104 hours over 13 weeks (an average of 8 hours per week). Hours are flexible, with more time expected before the start of the Fall 2026 semester and fewer hours during the academic term.

Course Modality Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) August 10, 2026 - November 6, 2026 Full-Time/Part-Time Part Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted

Additional Information

Contact Information

Please apply through the University of Regina Human Resources website. For any questions, please contact Economics.Dept@uregina.ca.

Job Open Date

07/24/2026

Job Close Date

07/31/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Application Instructions

Applications must include a cover letter expressing interest and identifying the applicant’s qualifications and skill set, a writing sample, a recent curriculum vitae or resume and an unofficial transcript.

Under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Regulations the University of Regina is required to verify that International Students are eligible to work on campus prior to being hired. To confirm this eligibility, International Students are requested to contact UR International – Student Services to obtain a “Verification of Academic Status for the Eligibility to Work on Campus” letter that must be provided to the hiring manager prior to hiring. These letters must be updated each semester and/or as circumstances change.

The University is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and strengthening a culture of safety across the campus community. All employees share responsibility for contributing to a safe working environment.

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Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.