Research Assistant

Job summary

Support research activities for the ESTRA project by organizing, managing, and analyzing biobank data. Maintain accurate research records, review and clean data, prepare it for analysis, and provide general research support.

Job details

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 Department / Research Program: Women’s Precision Health The incumbent will support research activities related to the ESTRA project, reporting directly to Dr. Nadia Giannetti. General Duties Assist with the organization, management, and analysis of biobank data ; Maintain accurate and organized research data and documentation; Perform data review, cleaning, and preparation of analysis; Provide general research support as required. Website of the organization https://rimuhc.ca/en Education / Experience Education: Master's Degree Field of Study: Any Scientific related field Other Education Considered An Asset For This Position Work Experience: 0 to 6 months of related research experience Required Skills Advanced knowledge of oral and written French is required. An intermediate knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English. Previous experience or academic background in cognitive and neuroscience research is strongly preferred Previous experience with biobank data analysis Additional information Status : Temporary Occasional, 6 hours per week. Pay Scale: $27.32-$50.74 Commensurate with education and work expérience. Work Shift: Variable schedule Work Site: Glen Site, 1001 Decarie Blvd. ***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one document. *** Why work with us? 3 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 1 personal day, RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan), Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary, 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays. 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

What you’ll do

Support research activities for the ESTRA project by organizing, managing, and analyzing biobank data. Maintain accurate research records, review and clean data, prepare it for analysis, and provide general research support.

Requirements

A master's degree in a scientific field is required, with 0 to 6 months of related research experience. Advanced spoken and written French and intermediate spoken and written English are required; experience or academic background in cognitive or neuroscience research is strongly preferred, as is experience analyzing biobank data.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• Government Pension Plan
• Vacation Pay
• Statutory Holiday Pay

Listed skills

• Data analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Biobank Data Management
• Data Analysis
• Data Review
• Data Cleaning
• Data Preparation
• Research Documentation
• Cognitive Research
• Neuroscience Research
• French Communication
• English Communication

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Healthcare
• Data & Analytics

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