ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE This role reports to Tara Lyons, department of Criminology. SUMMARY The Research Assistant will be involved in many aspects of the community-based research project, Mapping the Surrey Drug Crisis, in coordination with the project team and the Surrey Union of Drug Users. This is a part-time position (approximately 8 hrs/week) on a 6-month-long contract with possibility of extension. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Attend Research Team Meetings: Attend regular research team meetings, including weekly meetings with Surrey Union of Drug Users working group, share progress and contribute to discussions. Coordination of Project Tasks: Assist in the organization research and administrative tasks with research team. Participant Recruitment: Assist in the recruitment of research participants, which may involve reaching out to potential participants, distributing recruitment materials, etc. Data Collection and Analysis: Assist in the collection, organization, and analysis of research data using appropriate methodologies and software tools. Data Entry and Management: Accurately enter and manage research data in databases or spreadsheets, ensuring data integrity and security. Draft Research Reports: Help in preparing research reports, summaries, and presentations. Support Project Documentation: Keep detailed and accurate records of research procedures, findings, and results. Liaison with Surrey Union of Drug Users Board of Directors: Keep the SUDU Board of Directors informed about the project. Communicates information between the KPU research team and the SUDU Board. QUALIFICATIONS Current Surrey Union of Drug Users Board Member. Experience working with grassroots, democratic, and action-oriented organizations. Experiences working with people who use drugs is mandatory. Excellent time management skills to meet project deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively. Proven ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and dealing with change, delays or unexpected events, keeping constant sight of the overall objectives. Strong interpersonal skills including teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving. Effective written and verbal communication skills to assist in writing research reports, presenting findings and communicating with team members. Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and overcome obstacles. Proven ability to recognize and maintain highest levels of confidentiality. Ability to maintain poise and professionalism in all types of situations. Effective written and verbal communication skills to assist in writing research reports, presenting findings and communicating with team members. SALARY INFORMATION Anticipated hourly wage: $23.00