Enhance your expertise by becoming a Research Assistant at the University of Ottawa, focusing on artisanal mining and the cobalt sector in the DRC. This part-time position will engage you in literature reviews and text analysis.
The role is available for the Spring/Summer 2026 semester within the Faculty of Social Sciences. You will contribute to critical research examining the relationships between small-scale and large-scale mining sectors. A strong knowledge of the cobalt sector will enhance your contributions and analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct literature reviews on mining sectors
• Analyze and summarize research texts
• Collaborate with faculty on research requirements
• Support documentation and data collection
• Engage in discussions about mining industry impacts
Requirements:
• Knowledge of artisanal and small-scale mining
• Familiarity with the cobalt sector in the DRC preferred
• Strong analytical and summarizing skills
• Ability ...