McGill University
ResearchAssistant2
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“Research Assistant 2 at McGill University. Skills: Research, Data analysis, Project coordination. Conduct literature reviews. Contribute to literature reviews”
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
MSc or PhD in health sciences, social sciences, engineering, or related field, 3 year of experience in conducting research projects, Proficiency in data collection, management, and analysis, Experience with Research Ethics Board (REB) processes, Knowledge of ethical, privacy, and regulatory requirements, Experience coordinating research activities, Ability to plan and lead logistics for research-related workshops, Project management and organizational skills, Experience in preparing high-quality research outputs, Familiarity with research grant administration, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Ability to work independently, Ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams, High level of professionalism, Attention to detail, Problem-solving skills in a research environment, Proficiency in standard research and office tools
Nice to Have
French language skills, PhD preferred
What You'll Do.
Conduct literature reviews
Contribute to literature reviews
Support qualitative research activities
Support quantitative research activities
Assist in research study design
Assist in research study implementation
Coordinate with clinical sites
Schedule research activities
Support patient engagement activities
Support stakeholder engagement activities
Coordinate communications
Manage informed consent processes
Ensure adherence to ethical regulations
Ensure adherence to privacy regulations
Ensure adherence to institutional regulations
Prepare REB applications
Submit REB applications
Prepare study protocols
Prepare consent forms
Prepare recruitment materials
Prepare progress reports
Develop data collection tools
Revise data collection tools
Validate data collection tools
Contribute to methodological innovation
Prepare research outputs
Prepare scientific manuscripts
Prepare technical reports
Prepare presentations
Prepare knowledge translation materials
Support workshop planning
Support workshop coordination
Support training session planning
Support training session coordination
Support event planning
Support event coordination
Prepare workshop materials
Coordinate workshop participants
Assist in project coordination
Document research projects
Track project milestones
Prepare internal reports
Prepare external reports
Assist in financial aspects
Assist in operational aspects
Track project budgets
Document project expenses
Support expense reconciliation
Prepare financial summaries
Contribute to grant applications
Contribute to grant documents
Prepare budget justifications
Participate in team meetings
Participate in interdisciplinary collaborations
Support advancement of research program
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interdisciplinary teams
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Project management, Organizational skills
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).** Under the supervision of Dr. Rahimi, the successful applicant is expected to: * Conduct and contribute to literature reviews and support qualitative and quantitative research activities across projects. * Assist in the design and implementation of research studies, including data collection activities such as participant recruitment (e.g., patients, clinicians), coordination with clinical sites, scheduling, and conducting interviews or surveys. * Support patient and stakeholder engagement activities, including coordination of communications, informed consent processes, and ensuring adherence to ethical, privacy, and institutional regulations. * Prepare and support the submission of Research Ethics Board (REB) applications and related documentation, including study protocols, consent forms, recruitment materials, amendments, renewals, and progress reports, in compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements. * Develop, revise, and validate data collection tools and study materials in alignment with approved research protocols. * Perform data management, analysis, and interpretation using appropriate methodological approaches, and contribute to methodological innovation where relevant. * Contribute to the preparation of research outputs, including scientific manuscripts, technical reports, presentations, and knowledge translation materials. * Support the planning and coordination of research-related workshops, training sessions, and events (e.g., stakeholder consultations,
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