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Institute of Canadian Studies, University of Ottawa

RESEARCH CO-ORDINATOR

The Institute of Canadian Studies strives to explore new questions in
innovative
ways in order to learn more about Canada and contribute to better
understandings of key international issues.

The Institute of Canadian Studies (University of Ottawa) is seeking a dynamic
individual to manage research projects, write newsletter articles about
research
conducted on campus, help with grant application writing, lead workshops, and
collaborate with professors, students and staff on diverse activities
related to
the study of Canada.

The incumbent will have a strong background in academic writing and research in
the Social Sciences and Humanities including a good familiarity with databases
and related computer software.

Experience/Education

Interested applicants will possess a Masters or doctorate in the Social
Sciences or Humanities, preferably with a research focus on Canada; multi-task
project management capabilities; proposal and grant writing experience; strong
organizational skills, self-initiating work ethic, flexibility; well developed
computer skills (word processing, spread sheets, database software such as SPSS
or MS Access); effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability
to exercise initiative and work effectively both independently and within a
team
environment. Bilingual French / English.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Full-time six month contract position with possibility of long-term renewal.
Starting annual salary, $45,000 - $50,OOO.

Mail, e-mail or fax resume with covering letter and names of three referees to:

Chad Gaffield
Director
Institute of Canadian Studies
University of Ottawa
52 University St.
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 6N5
Fax: 613-562-5216
E-mail: CANADA@UOTTAWA.CA

Deadline: 5 p.m. October 15, 2001

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