Thank you for your interest in conducting research at NorQuest College. NorQuest employees can get involved in research either through in-class projects or stand-alone projects.
The NorQuest Research Office is available to assist you through the planning and implementation of a research project. If you would like to discuss an idea, set up a meeting with the Manager of Research. If you have a clear project idea, complete the NorQuest College Research Project Outline and set up a meeting with Dr. Erika Goble, Manager of Research.
All NorQuest projects involving human participants are reviewed by the NorQuest Research Ethics Board (REB). Research Ethics Board forms are available to NorQuest employees on the Q under Teams & Committees, Research Ethics Board. For questions about ethical review of projects, contact Dr. Seppy Masoodi, NorQuest College Research Ethics Board Chair.
Dr. Erika Goble Manager of Research NorQuest College Civic Employees Legacy Tower 10125 108 Street NW | Room 6-207.G Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1L6
Phone: 780.644.6006
Email: research@norquest.ca
Dr. Seppy Masoodi Chair, NorQuest College Research Ethics Board NorQuest College Civic Employees Legacy Tower 10125 108 Street NW Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1L6
Phone: 587.785.7793
Email: ethics@norquest.ca
Individuals external to NorQuest College who wish to undertake research at NorQuest College must receive ethics approval from their home institution, as well as administrative approval from NorQuest College, before undertaking their project.
Here are the steps required in making application for research approval at NorQuest College:
Note: Additional information available on the Research Supporting Documents
There are various opportunities for NorQuest students to participate in research. Students may participate in research that happens in class-based research projects. They may also have the opportunity to act as research assistants on projects, work as research clerks in the Research Office, and even conduct a small research project themselves.
If you are a NorQuest student and want to learn more about opportunities for you to participate in research,contact Dr. Erika Goble, Manager of Research.
Graduate students who wish to conduct research at NorQuest College are considered external researchers.
The NorQuest Research Office works regularly with local businesses, industry, and community organizations. Our goal is to help organizations and businesses address their research needs so that they may improve operations, grow, and develop new lines of business.
The NorQuest Research Office operates on a cost-recovery basis. Businesses can choose to pay directly for services or apply for grants to support this work. A variety of funding opportunities exist to support projects. The NorQuest Research Office also provides research mentorship and support to organizations should they wish to grow research capacity within your organization.
If you want to learn more about opportunities regarding research with NorQuest College, contact Dr. Erika Goble, Manager of Research.