Student Research Assistant – AI and Computing Science

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

The Role:
The successful candidate for this position will contribute to research and innovation at NWP while developing hands-on research experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Completing required training in Research Ethics and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in research.
• Contributing to research projects as determined by faculty and the Office of Applied Research and Innovation (this may include conducting literature reviews, data collection, data analysis, writing reports), related to Computing Science and Artificial Intelligence.
• Other research duties as determined by faculty.

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

Job Requirements:

The successful candidate will have some college education in a field related to Computing Science or Artificial Intelligence. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
• An entrepreneurial spirit, specifically one who is willing to take a risk to create opportunities;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organization; and
• A high level of integrity, professionalism and accountability.

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically via the NWP website will be considered.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at [email protected].

Thank you for applying to NWP!