McGill University
ResearchAssistant2
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“Research Assistant 2 at McGill University. Skills: Data science, ML/AI, Business intelligence, Quantitative analysis. Develop system identification methods. Implement system identification methods”
Industry & Context.
Data-driven decision making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master's Degree, Authorized to work in Canada, Willing to work in Quebec
Nice to Have
PhD preferred, Specific ML framework experience, Cloud platform certs
What You'll Do.
Develop system identification methods
Implement system identification methods
Validate system identification methods
Analyze research datasets
Interpret research datasets
Recommend analytical improvements
Implement analytical improvements
Summarize research findings
Prepare figures for dissemination
Prepare tables for dissemination
Prepare reports for dissemination
Present research results
Assist in manuscript preparation
Assist in report preparation
Assist in publication preparation
Participate in data analysis meetings
Participate in interpretation meetings
Participate in research team meetings
Ensure analysis accuracy
Ensure results integrity
Perform research activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Research team meetings
Communication Scope
English communication; Verbal communication; Written communication
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).** **Primary Responsibilities** * Develop, implement, and validate system identification methods to characterize the dynamic relationship between uterine activity and fetal heart rate recorded in the delivery room. * Analyze and interpret large-scale research datasets, including the application of validated methods to approximately 250,000 records and the stratification of results according to defined output classes. * Recommend and implement improvements to existing analytical and research methodologies to optimize data processing and interpretation. * Summarize, analyze, and interpret research findings using appropriate statistical methods and prepare figures, tables, and reports for dissemination. * Prepare and present research results at scientific meetings, conferences, and other knowledge-sharing activities. * Assist in the preparation of manuscripts, reports, and publications for submission to peer-reviewed scientific journals. * Participate in weekly data analysis, interpretation, and research team meetings related to the MAESTRA project. * Ensure the quality, accuracy, and integrity of research data, analyses, and results. * Perform other related research activities as required. **Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities** Possesses specialized knowledge of the field or discipline acquired through a Master’s Degree. **_Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at
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