McGill University
ResearchAssociate
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“Research Associate at McGill University. Skills: Data analysis, Bioinformatics, Scientific writing. Analyze RNA-Seq datasets. Analyze metagenomics datasets”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
PhD required, English communication skills required, Authorized to work in Canada, Willing to work in Quebec
Nice to Have
Proficiency in French is considered an asset
What You'll Do.
Analyze RNA-Seq datasets
Analyze metagenomics datasets
Perform statistical data interpretation
Perform biological data interpretation
Support bioinformatics workflow development
Contribute to scientific reports
Contribute to manuscripts
Contribute to collaborative research projects
Conduct laboratory-based research
Provide technical support to students
Provide guidance to students
Troubleshoot bioinformatics analyses
Interpret bioinformatics analyses
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborative research projects
Communication Scope
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).** **Position Summary:** The candidate will analyze RNA-Seq and metagenomics datasets, perform statistical and biological data interpretation, support bioinformatics workflow development, and contribute to scientific reports, manuscripts, and collaborative research projects. The candidate for this position will be also be responsible for conducting laboratory-based research and providing technical support and guidance to Ph.D. and Master’s students, particularly in troubleshooting and interpreting bioinformatics analyses. **Qualifications:** PhD required. Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, are required. Proficiency in French is considered an asset. **_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 the campus where the position is based / located._** **_McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing._** **Hourly Salary:** $33.96 **Hours per Week:** 15 (Part time) Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday **Location:** MacdonaldStewart Bld **Supervisor:** Associate Professor **Position Start Date:** 2026-05-24 **Position End Date:** 2026-07-31 **Deadline to Apply:** 2026-06-08 **This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.** _**McGill Univers
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