Student Research Assistant – Colonial Legacies in Contemporary Human Resource Management

Okanagan College

. Examine contemporary Human Resource Management practices in Canada through a structured review of peer-reviewed scholarly literature .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeKelowna • CanadaEntry Level💰 CA$18 - CA$24 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong academic reading and comprehension skills, with the ability to organize and summarize information effectively. Proficient in conducting literature reviews, managing research materials, and engaging with topics related to Indigenous perspectives and reconciliation.

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Literature Review MethodsAcademic Database SearchData Extraction TemplatesThematic AnalysisResearch Record Management

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Hard Skills

Literature Search StrategiesPeer-Reviewed Literature ManagementAnnotated Bibliography DevelopmentThematic Analysis SummariesData Extraction

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailWritten CommunicationOrganizationTime ManagementCollaborative Work

Tools & Technologies

Academic DatabasesResearch Tools

Industry Keywords

Human Resource ManagementOrganizational BehaviourWorkplace EquityIndigenous PerspectivesDecolonization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Examine contemporary Human Resource Management practices in Canada through a structured review of peer-reviewed scholarly literature
Develop and document literature search strategies, including keywords and search terms
Conduct structured searches of academic databases and maintain database search logs
Search for, organize, and manage relevant peer-reviewed scholarly literature
Screen articles using established inclusion/exclusion criteria and maintain screening records
Develop and maintain an annotated bibliography
Use data extraction templates to systematically record key information from selected studies
Organize and code extracted information and prepare thematic analysis summaries across leadership, recruitment and selection, and performance management
Contribute to a literature synthesis report identifying findings, patterns, research gaps, and emerging perspectives
Assist with conference presentation materials, including summaries, tables, figures, slides, or posters
Maintain accurate research records, citations, and the integrity and confidentiality of research materials
Participate in regular meetings with the faculty supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be currently enrolled as a student at Okanagan College (as per funding terms)
Strong academic reading and comprehension skills and ability to organize and summarize information
Strong attention to detail, written communication, organization, and time-management skills
Ability to work independently, meet agreed timelines, receive feedback, and work collaboratively with the faculty supervisor
Willingness to learn academic databases, literature review methods, and research tools
Ability to engage respectfully and thoughtfully with research concerning Indigenous peoples, colonialism, reconciliation, and decolonization
Enrolment in Business Administration or a related program, particularly students in later stages of their program, preferred but not required
Coursework or interest in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behaviour, research, workplace equity, Indigenous perspectives, or reconciliation preferred
Previous research experience or experience working with scholarly journal articles is an asset, but is not required
Training and mentorship will be provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Required research training for RAs is funded through the SRA grant organized by Applied Research Office
Ongoing guidance and mentorship
Flexible hours arranged in consultation with the supervisor
Remote work by agreement with the supervisor
No project-related travel anticipated