McGill University

ResearchAssistant1

$0–0k Montreal, Quebec, Canada PART TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Research Assistant 1 at McGill University. Skills: Research, Project management, Data analysis. Assist research team. Conduct research projects”

What You'll Achieve.

Successful execution of IMAGE research objectives; Successful research outcomes

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Issue resolution; Risk mitigation

Eligibility Requirements

Quebec resident, Work on-site at McGill downtown Montreal campus, Able to work on-site at least one day/week

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in science, 2+ years of related experience, Fluent English

Nice to Have

Technical background, Grant-writing experience, Project management experience, Agile techniques experience, Experience writing conference papers, Experience writing journal papers, Presenting results in academic venues, French spoken, French written, Experience working with blind/low vision community

What You'll Do.

Conduct research projects

Supervise research assistants

Conduct research coordination

Manage research projects

Support research-driven development

Deploy IMAGE platform

Sustain IMAGE platform

Integrate with Android pin array tablet

Conduct research activities

Drive project outcomes

Drive research outcomes

Prepare documentation

Carry out research support

Track research progress

Resolve research issues

Support writing publications

Facilitate communications

Interpret project data

Implement workflow improvements

Evaluate workflow improvements

Implement operational process improvements

Evaluate operational process improvements

Contribute to dissemination

Support risk mitigation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with partners; Work with funding agencies; Team members running user studies; Writing academic publications

Communication Scope

Written communication; Oral communication

Process & Methodology

Agile techniques, Sprints, Project tracking boards

Full Job Description

**Please refer to the[How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates)](https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/files/hr/apply_at_mcgill_university_-_guide_for_external_candidates_en.pdf) job aid for instructions on how to apply.** **If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).** This Part-Time Research Assistant 1 position is based in Prof. Jeremy Cooperstock’s research lab in the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. **Job Summary** The Research Assistant assists the research team in conducting research projects for the IMAGE project _(__) _ in McGill’s Shared Reality Lab and, as required, is responsible for the functional supervision of Undergraduate/Graduate Research Assistants. Under the supervision of the Research Supervisor, conducts research coordination and project management activities using established protocols, processes, and procedures to ensure successful execution of IMAGE research objectives. **Key Deliverables Under Current Funding** Conduct and support research-driven development, deployment, and long-term sustainability of the IMAGE platform for integration with the Monarch Android pin array tablet in collaboration with HumanWare, including external research collaborations, outreach, and funding initiatives. **Responsibilities** * Conduct and support research activities to drive project/research outcomes in alignment with defined timelines and deliverables. * Plan and prepare documentation related to research activities, project tracking, and reporting * Carry out research support activities including planning, progress tracking, and issue resolution * Support team members running user studies and writing academic publications * Facilitate meetings, communications, and reporting with partners and funding agencies * Compile,

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