Textile Research Assistant

Apply textile testing and research skills as a Research Assistant supporting projects at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. This opportunity is open exclusively to Wilson School of Design students.

Reporting to a faculty Research Lead, you will help plan and execute academic or applied research initiatives. The work may include knitting technology, sewing, pattern making, data analysis, reporting, presentations, and administrative coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate research tasks, meetings, logistics, and project deliverables
• Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize research data
• Prepare reports, workshops, presentations, and research materials
• Communicate with research teams and external partners
• Provide logistical support during related research events

Requirements:

• Current or prior academic or applied research experience desirable
• Understanding of knitting processes, textile testing, sewing, and pattern making
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management, teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving
• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and use office technologies

Support textile research through careful data work, communication, coordination, and presentations at Kwantlen Polytechnic University.

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