Student Research Assistant

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Hiring Unit:

Institute of Health Sciences Education

Position Summary:

Seeking a research assistant to help with coordination and administration for two studies in health professions education. Tasks will include meeting with the research team on a regular basis, facilitating study coordination in including participant recruitment and scheduling, coordinating and assisting in data collection as needed, participating in descriptive analysis as needed, ensuring rigorous research practices, and assisting in the final grant report and knowledge dissemination products.

• Project management
• Study coordination and project administration

Qualifications:

• Must be a registered graduate student at McGill University and living in Quebec
• Must have experience with coordinating and leading the administration of research studies
• Must have experience in descriptive data analysis
• Must have familiarity with the complexities of launching and running multiple research projects
• Experience working in interdisciplinary research teams
• At minimum MA/MSc level training
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Sense of motivation and ability to work independently
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours

Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

Hourly Salary:

$32.00

Hours per Week:

5 (Part time)

Location:

Meredith, Lady,House

Supervisor:

Professor

Position Start Date:

2026-10-21

Position End Date:

2027-02-01

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-29

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].