Global Strategy Lab Research Dissemination and Design Research Assistant

JOB TITLE: Global Strategy Lab Research Dissemination and Design Research Assistant
SUPERVISOR: Dr. Mathieu Poirier
DEPARTMENT: Global Strategy Lab (www.globalstrategylab.org)
EMAIL: careers@globalstrategylab.org
HOURLY WAGE: $20 per hour
WEEKLY HOURS: 10 hours per week
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m. ET

Job ID: 77366
START DATE: May 1, 2025
END DATE: August 29, 2025

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the supervision of Professor Steven Hoffman and Professor Mathieu Poirier, the Global Strategy Lab Research Dissemination and Design Research Assistant (for up to 10 hours per week) will work closely with the Communications and Research teams to support knowledge mobilization planning and execution.

The Global Strategy Lab (GSL) is a world class research unit with a long track record of bridging the gap between research and global health action. Our team advises the world’s governments and organizations like the World Health Organization on how to design laws, policies and institutions that address transnational health threats and make the world a healthier place for everyone. Our work focuses on three areas of research: global legal epidemiology, public health institutions, and global antimicrobial resistance.

 Specific research activities the student(s) will be engaged in:

• Be an integral member of a cross-functional team developing knowledge translation plans on new research;
• Work closely with researchers and the global strategy lab communications team to create knowledge translation products that make new research accessible to policy and public audiences;
• Develop a slide deck on knowledge translation strategies that will be presented at the Monthly Knowledge Exchange team meeting.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate York student. Applicants from diverse programs of study are encouraged. The Dahdaleh Institute welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated interest research communications
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team with researchers, students, and staff.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and take initiative.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit the following link for the Eligibility Criteria. Applications are only accepted through the Career Centre. Go to Career Centre portal and search for the posting with the Job ID: 77366.

Application materials

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Transcript

Applications will be accepted and considered until Wednesday, April 16, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m. ET. We thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Global Strategy Lab welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process, please email careers@globalstrategylab.org.