Campus Location: New Westminster

Regular / Term: Casual (September 1, 2025 or earlier to March 31, 2026)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Position Summary

Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) Library is conducting a research project focused on understanding and improving how international students develop library research skills. With the number of international students growing significantly in recent years, this project seeks to identify both the challenges and knowledge gaps these students face and to develop strategies for better support.

We are seeking a Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) student to join our project as a Research Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a student seeking hands-on research experience in an academic setting. You’ll work closely with experienced librarians and gain valuable skills in qualitative research, data analysis, and scholarly communication.

Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews and background research as needed, collecting and organizing qualitative and quantitative data in Excel, and analyzing and summarizing research findings. Additional duties include creating visualizations (e.g., pie charts, bar graphs) to communicate data insights, and maintaining confidentiality and adhering to research ethics guidelines.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) or equivalent program.
• Strong interest in academic librarianship, research instruction, and user experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Excel, Google Sheets, and basic data visualization.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.

About JIBC

Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) is a public, post-secondary institution that provides education and training to those who’ll be there to support British Columbians and others around the world, when a life is at stake or when health, safety or property is in jeopardy. Work for JIBC and be a part of the big picture – supporting justice and public safety professionals at all stages of their careers in fields including law enforcement, firefighting, paramedicine, security and emergency management. 

As a JIBC employee, you’ll play a role in our educational programming, which also includes complementary and related areas of study – from conflict resolution, mediation, leadership and counselling, to cybersecurity, business intelligence, and tactical criminal analysis – as well as applied research in the justice and public safety fields. Join our team and help us prepare JIBC graduates to contribute to safer communities and a more just society.

What JIBC Offers:

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online. Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying. Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

The Justice Institute of British Columbia is an equal-opportunity employer and is interested in broadening the diversity of its staff. We encourage applications from individuals from visible minority groups, individuals of Indigenous heritage, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientation or gender identity.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at hr@jibc.ca.