COMMUNITY RESPONSE RESEARCHER
ONE (1) Temporary Part Time Position
(Up to March 2026)
Monday to Friday – 4 hours/day
Wabasca, Alberta
The Bigstone Health Commission in Wabasca, Alberta is seeking a highly detail-oriented Community Response Researcher who is self-motivated, has strong analytical skills and demonstrates initiative to perform detailed research using extensive research methodologies. The researcher plays a vital role in sourcing and extracting valuable data for potential burial and unmarked graves surrounding the two former Residential Schools located in Wabasca.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide support and assistance to the Community Response Team
• Liaising with partners including Indigenous and historical consultants, as needed
• Determine areas of research to increase knowledge in a particular field
• Identify sources of funding, prepare research proposals/grants and submit funding applications
• Design surveys, questionnaires, polls, etc. specific to research requirements
• Interpret data analysis results and draw inferences and conclusions
• Organize and maintain research databases
• Present research results to the Community Response Team, Survivors and other Stakeholders
• Use research results to write reports, papers and reviews and present findings in journals and conferences
• Collaborate with research teams, industry stakeholders and government agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work accurately and timely, with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Ensure sensitivity in following all proper traditional protocols
• Knowledge and understanding of Residential School history in Canada
• Maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion is imperative
• Maintain compliance with all policies and procedures
• Other duties as requested
• Work remotely as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong organizational, communication and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in completing tasks.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Education and Experience:
• Post-Secondary Degree in Anthropology/Archaeology, Native Studies, History or Archives, Health-related fields, or related fields from a recognized institution, Land-use or Consultation or equivalent experience
• Must have valid driver’s license, class 5 minimum
• Must have or obtain within six months of hire Standard First Aid/CPR certification and maintain such
• Vehicle is required, and must be willing to travel on short notice
• Ability to understand and speak Cree would be an asset.
Benefits:
-Competitive Salary
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Salary is dependent on qualifications.
Please forward your Cover Letter, Resume (including 3 work related references), & Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check and Child & Youth Intervention Check (should be current within the last 6 months) to our:
Human Resources Department
PO Box 1020 Wabasca, Alberta T0G 2K0
Fax: 780-891-2623 | Email: bhcresumes@bigstonehealth.ca
CLOSING DATE: Friday March 28, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.
POSTED: March 14, 2025
*Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.