Student Research Assistant - School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences - Faculty of Science

Competition Number:
52S25
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences
Position:
Student Research Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 35 hours per week
Salary:

$17.60 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

May 12 – August 15, 2025

Dr. Ben Cameron and Dr. Shannon Fitzpatrick of the School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences are seeking a student research assistant to work on a research project in graph theory, focused on a limited-information graph searching model.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

  • Conduct a literature review on related graph searching problems to explore key developments in the field
  • Apply knowledge from Combinatorics, Graph Theory, and other related courses, to develop new results
  • Utilize computing skills to test conjectures on graphs of high order
  • Produce a high-quality report using the LaTeX document preparation system

QUALIFICATIONS:
 

  • Must be a current UPEI student
  • A strong record in the Mathematical and Computational Sciences
  • Completion of MATH 2420 Combinatorics I or an equivalent course
  • Completion of CS 1910 Computer Science I or an equivalent course 
  • Completion of MATH 3710 Graph Theory is an asset
  • A willingness to explore new ideas, work independently, and contribute original insights

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

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