Interested in graduate school?
Dr. Kimberly Squires supervises graduate students within the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition at the University of Guelph (https://family.uoguelph.ca/). Please reach out to Kimberly (ksquires@uoguelph.ca) if you would like to discuss potential opportunities. It is recommended to send along a description of your research interests, a copy of your CV, and a copy of your unofficial academic transcripts.
Undergraduate Opportunities
Spring Undergraduate Research Assistant Position
Wage: $18/hr
Hours: ~10 hours a week for approximately 80-100 hours total
Anticipated Start Date: Monday, April 21st, 2025
This is a short-term research assistant position working on “The Power of Play: An Investigation into Experiential Play-Based Learning in the Post-Secondary Context” research project. This position will focus on supporting with data analysis and knowledge mobilization efforts. The position will be able to be completed remotely, hybrid and/or in-person.
Required Qualifications: Successful completion of a social science research methods course.
Preferred Qualifications: Upper-year student; knowledge of experiential learning and play-based learning; demonstrated time management and organizational skills; strong oral and written communication skills.
To Apply: Interested applicants can apply to Dr. Kimberly Squires (ksquires@uoguelph.ca) with a cover letter and resume by Monday, March, 31, 2025.