McGill University

ResearchAssistant2

$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 2 at McGill University. Skills: Research, Data analysis, Project coordination. Conduct literature reviews. Support research activities”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

Authorized to work in Canada, Willing to work in Quebec

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

Nice to Have

PhD preferred, French language skills

What You'll Do.

Conduct literature reviews

Support research activities

Assist in research study design

Assist in research study implementation

Coordinate with clinical sites

Support stakeholder engagement

Coordinate communications

Manage informed consent

Ensure regulatory adherence

Prepare REB applications

Submit REB applications

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 training session planning

Support event planning

Coordinate research project logistics

Track project milestones

Prepare internal reports

Prepare external reports

Assist in financial aspects

Assist in operational aspects

Track project budgets

Support reconciliation

Prepare financial summaries

Contribute to grant applications

Contribute to grant documents

Participate in team meetings

Participate in collaborations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Interdisciplinary teams; Interdisciplinary collaborations

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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