McGill University
ResearchAssistant1
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“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.
Issue resolution; Risk mitigation
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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