Posting Reason:
New PositionLocation where work is to be performed:
Main CampusSession:
2026 Fall Semester | Trimestre d'automneFaculty:
Section de Common Law / Common Law SectionUnit:
Common Law_STJob Classification:
Research Assistant (CUPE)Posting Type:
Recherche / ResearchCourse Title:
N/ACourse Code:
N/ASection:
Supervisor name (if known):
Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):
2026/10/06Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):
2026/10/22Description of tasks (hours):
Unless specified below, specific allocation of hours to various tasks should be articulated in a description of work negotiated and signed by you and the supervising professor prior to the commencement of work.
Recherche / Research:0Préparation / Preparation:0Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:0Correction - Notation / Grading:0Surveillance / Proctoring:0Formation / Training:0Autre / Other:0Number of positions:
2Expected Enrolment:
N/AWork Start Date:
octobre 27, 2026Work End Date:
décembre 31, 2026Total Work Hours:
41.85Hourly Rate:
AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $33.83 ou/or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027)Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate.
These rates do not include vacation pay nor statutory pay.
Method of Delivery:
N/ALanguage of Work:
Anglais | EnglishRequirements and Nature of Work:
Nature of work:
The Research Assistant will contribute to a research project examining access to justice for racialized students within human rights, complaint, and appeal processes at selected Ontario universities. Duties will include conducting legal and scholarly research; identifying and analyzing relevant human rights tribunal and court decisions; reviewing university policies and institutional documents; organizing and coding research materials; contributing to comparative analysis; and assisting with the preparation of research reports, conference materials, and scholarly publications. The RA will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and participate in regular research meetings and training.
Minimum qualifications:
This posting is for two RA positions- one JD student and one LLM/PhD student.
Candidates should have strong legal research and writing skills.
Demonstrated interest in human rights, equality/anti-discrimination law, administrative law, access to justice, or higher education.
Ability to conduct independent legal research using legal databases and publicly available sources.
Strong organizational and analytical skills and demonstrated ability to meet research deadlines.
This project will continue over several semesters. That said, you must also apply for the winter 2027 semester (JR39866) and the summer 2027 semester (JR39870) hiring processes if you wish to participate in this project.
Additional Information and/or Comments:
All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The list of training requirements may be modified by provincial law. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require. We may consult with the Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources, if needed. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement; you can click here to find out more.
The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.
Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.
Skills Required
- Enrollment as a JD student for one position
- Enrollment as an LLM or PhD student for one position
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Demonstrated interest in human rights, equality or anti-discrimination law, administrative law, access to justice, or higher education
- Ability to conduct independent legal research using legal databases and publicly available sources
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to meet research deadlines
University of Ottawa Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about University of Ottawa and has not been reviewed or approved by University of Ottawa.
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Retirement Support — A contributory defined‑benefit pension (UOPP) provides formula‑based lifetime income using best‑average earnings and years of service, with cost‑of‑living adjustments noted in plan materials. The university positions the plan as one of the top DB offerings in Ontario and publishes regular summaries and reports.
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Healthcare Strength — Eligible full‑time employees typically receive extended health and basic dental, life insurance, long‑term disability, and a health‑care spending account, complemented by an EFAP and 24/7 telemedicine. Coverage is designed to complement provincial plans, with UHIP bridging for newcomers not yet eligible for OHIP.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid statutory holidays, a university‑wide winter closure, vacation that increases with service, and reduced summer hours are highlighted as part of the package. Academic leaves such as sabbaticals are also outlined for faculty in their collective agreements.
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