Remote Student Research Assistant - Defence Innovation Policy Review
| Competition Number: 126039 | Type: Contract |
| Closing Date: October 29, 2025 |
Category: Contract |
The Centre for Innovation (C4I) at Medicine Hat College (MHC) is pleased to offer a Student Research Assistant position focused on defence innovation and policy analysis. We invite current students enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution who are motivated, analytical, and interested in defence, public policy, and innovation ecosystems to apply. As the Student Research Assistant, you will conduct a comprehensive review of industry hubs located near defence bases across Canada and allied countries. Your work will support the development of policy recommendations aimed at accelerating innovation and improving procurement processes within the defence sector.
A little about the role:
- Research and map innovation hubs and industry clusters located near Canadian and allied defence bases.
- Conduct literature reviews and policy scans to identify best practices in defence innovation and procurement.
- Analyze the relationship between regional innovation ecosystems and defence readiness.
- Develop policy recommendations to support faster procurement and increased innovation uptake.
- Prepare briefing notes and contribute to a final report summarizing findings and recommendations.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to applied policy research with real-world implications for national security, innovation, and economic development.
Details:
- A strong interest in defence policy, innovation systems, and public sector strategy.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- A background or strong interest in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Innovation Studies, or related fields.
Terms of Employment: October 27, 2025 – December 12,2025, January 5, 2026 – March 27, 2026, May 11, 2026 – August 14, 2026
Hours of Work: 10 hours per week (October – March), Full time (May- August)
Wage Rate: $20.00 per hour
Please submit a cover letter quoting Competition #126039 with your resume, saved as a single document. Deadline for receipt of applications is October 29, 2025.
This position will require the successful candidate to present a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check.
Please indicate in your cover letter where you first saw the ad for this position. Submit your application by one of the following methods:
- Email (You can select the "Apply Now" button.) Please send your application as an attachment in either .doc,.docx,.pdf or .rtf formats (only).
- Canada Post
Applications will not be accepted via fax
Medicine Hat College
Human Resources
299 College Drive S.E.
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6
E-mail: hr@mhc.ab.ca
Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Only applicants being granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.