Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Job Description RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary The mission of Clinical and Health Informatics Research Group at McGill University is to advance clinical and population health through the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative software.

Activities of the research group focus on the development of novel software solutions and the maintenance and evolution of existing innovative medical informatics software systems.

The incumbent reports to the development project team leader. The successful candidate will:

• Have an end-to-end vision,
• Participate in application software design,
• Develop complex business logic modules,
• Demonstrate good knowledge of the technology used to implement solutions,
• Make informed decisions,
• Effectively interact within team members and with external resources to identify the best approaches to accomplish assigned tasks.

General Duties

• React / JavaScript Frontend Development – Hands-on experience building and maintaining applications using React (or other modern JavaScript frameworks), including seamless integration with backend APIs,
• UI Mock-ups & Styling – Strong skills in designing and implementing UI mockups using HTML, CSS, and frameworks like Bootstrap (or TailwindCSS), ensuring responsive and accessible designs,
• Java & Spring Boot (Plus) – Knowledge of Java and Spring Boot is a strong advantage, particularly for backend service development and integration,
• Software design – Collaborate in software design by providing possible design suggestions and solutions to functional requirements through an iterative requirement discovery process,
• Business logic implementation – Integrate solutions into new or existing systems,
• Web UI Integration and design – Integrate application interfaces per specification into new or existing frameworks/applications,
• Testing and quality assurance –ensure that the implementation of functional logic matches the specification. Required to code test units that will run in a continuous integration environment.

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Field of Study: Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related discipline, or equivalent work experience and technical training

Work Experience: 5 years of experience required for the position.

Required Skills

• An inquiring mind, ability to propose and articulate alternatives,
• Taking initiative with proactive solution creation in mind,
• The ability to abstract general principles from specifics,
• A strong desire to establish and respect Standards of Best Practice,
• Recognition of the value of robust software design patterns,
• Flexible and open-minded, ability to adjust to frequent changes in the client’s requirements, as requirements are discovered and clarified through agile iterations,
• Communication and presentation skills,
• A good team player.

Additional information

Status: Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek)

Pay Scale: $55,692.00 - $103,412.40. Commensurate with education and experience

Work Shift: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Work Site: Hybrid

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Why work with us?

• 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
• Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
• 13 paid statutory holidays,
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
• Telemedicine,
• RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),
• Training and professional development opportunities,
• Child Care Centres,
• Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),
• Competitive monthly parking rate,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Recognition Program,
• Flex work options and much more!

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION. Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, research.talent@muhc.mcgill.ca