Research Assistant, AI in Research (PSAC-RC) - Research and Innovation *Work-Study Program*

### **NOTE:** **Students must be approved for the 2026-27 Work-Study program in order to be hired for this position. The Work-Study Student Application form is available online here: Work Study Program | Awards | The University of Winnipeg: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/awards/work-study-program.html** **Please include confirmation of your approval to participate in the Work-Study Program with your application.** **Work-Study Project Title:** AI in Research **Competition Number:** WS25.26 **Date Posted:** November 12, 2026 **Department:** Research and Innovation **Researcher:** Theresa Mackey **Position Vacancies:** 1 **Salary:** $17.22 - $20.10 per hour plus 6% vacation pay Research Assistants are normally students, in a University of Winnipeg undergraduate program, employed to assist with tasks related to research. Work is performed within defined guidelines and under supervision of a more senior researcher or faculty member. **Position Overview:** The AI Research Assistant will support the continued development, enhancement, and evaluation of an online resource focused on the applications, effectiveness, and implications of artificial intelligence technologies in research. This role combines research, knowledge synthesis, and content development to identify emerging AI tools and practices, evaluate their use in research environments, and support the ongoing expansion of resources that help researchers use AI effectively and responsibly. **Duties:** * Update and maintain an online resource related to AI tools, platforms, and applications in research. * Conduct literature reviews and environmental scans to identify emerging AI technologies, trends, and best practices. * Research, evaluate, and summarize AI tools that support various stages of the research process. * Expand and update databases of AI tools, case studies, resources, and use cases. * Develop and revise website content to ensure information is current, accurate, and accessible. * Monitor developments in AI and contribute new content and recommendations to enhance the resource. **Qualifications** * Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Teams, and Outlook. * Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. * Effective written and verbal communication skills, particularly in engaging with students, faculty, and staff. * Demonstrated understanding of literature reviews. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. * Understanding of the basis of AI, including various generative AI tools and platforms. **Condition(s) of Employment:** * Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. * ***Students must be approved for the 2026-27 Work-Study program***. Students may be eligible for the Work-Study Program if they meet all of the following criteria: + Currently an undergraduate or graduate\* student (PACE students are currently ineligible); + Enrolled full-time for the current Fall/Winter session (i.e., at least 18 credit hours or 12 credit hours if re