Deadline: On Rolling Basis
Applications are open for the WUSC-University of Ottawa Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026. Under the direction of two supervisors from World University Service of Canada (WUSC) and the University of Ottawa, this position will identify, through an initial desk review and virtual or in-person interviews, how the SRP contributed to the institutionalization for displaced students to access higher education and benefit from inclusive practices at participating postsecondary institutions in Canada.
The research project will aim at providing insights on the following question: How has the Student Refugee Program (SRP) contributed to deepen and institutionalize access to higher education and inclusive practices for displaced students at Canadian postsecondary institutions?
Responsibilities
The postdoctoral fellow will lead the design, implementation and knowledge mobilization of the research. This will include:
- In coordination with WUSC and the University of Ottawa, oversee all aspects of the research process, including refining the key research questions and related research design, obtaining the necessary ethics approval, conducting a literature review, carrying out the data collection and analysis
- Develop and deliver project deliverables.
- Provide regular updates on research process and findings to, and participate in broader discussions with WUSC and the UnborderED Knowledge Research Project Team.
- In collaboration with WUSC and the University of Ottawa, develop and deliver presentations, reports, and other knowledge-sharing products to communicate research findings and strategic recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Contribute to the collaborative and scholarly environment of the UnborderED Knowledge team.
- This position will require some in-person work in Ottawa, but most work can be completed remotely. Office space is available for those that choose to work full-time/ and/or hybrid in Ottawa.
Benefits
- $55,000 per annum plus benefits. Research and/or mobility stipends, as well as funding for knowledge mobilization, may be available in consultation with uOttawa and WUSC.
Eligibility
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field, such as Social Sciences/Humanities, Geography, Education or another closely related discipline.
- Have expertise in primary research methods (interviews, focus groups, surveys) and research design.
- Demonstrated ability to think creatively and synthesize research findings, particularly for non-academic audiences (e.g., through the development of tools and/or guidelines).
- Have exceptional writing and oral communication skills in English and French.
- Show excellent project management and organizational abilities.
- Demonstrate interest and/or experience in qualitative research.
- Have experience with research ethics applications.
- Have experience or a strong interest in conducting research in collaboration with communities (i.e., community-engaged research).
- Be interested in, or experienced in group facilitation (discussions, workshops).
- Be committed to conducting equity-oriented research, particularly for populations experiencing vulnerability, including students and/or marginalized groups.
Deliverables
The individual will be expected to deliver the following:
- Inception report outlining the methodology and tools, research questions, data analysis plan and work plan
- Draft research report outlining the key preliminary findings
Validation/interpretation workshop with key project stakeholders - Final research report incorporating feedback from WUSC and the postsecondary institution and addressing any comments or concerns.
- Dissemination plan
- Presentation of the report to the UnborderED consortium and other relevant stakeholders, including a summary of key findings.
Application
Applications should include:
- Cover letter, including summary of research experience and experience relevant to research topic
- Curriculum vitae (CV), including list of publications
For more information, visit WUSC-University of Ottawa Postdoctoral Fellowship.
