Research Assistant (Research Institute)

Montreal

Offre publiée le 2025-12-13

RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc

Job Description

Be among the first 25 applicants. Join the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI‑MUHC) and contribute to pioneering biomedical and patient‑centered research in Montreal.

About the Institute

The RI‑MUHC is a world‑renowned biomedical research centre, the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) and affiliated with McGill University’s Faculty of Medicine. It receives partial support from the Fonds de recherche du Québec – Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

We seek an experienced EDI professional to implement the equity, diversity and inclusion plan for multicentre research studies and teams across all pediatric hospitals in Canada (POPCORN) and to support other child health equity trials.

General Duties

  • Assist in the planning and delivery of EDI and community of practice activities
  • Assist in writing study protocols and manuscripts
  • Manage procedures with the Research Ethics Board and Contracts Office (protocol approvals, amendments, renewals)
  • Collaborate with the national research team
  • Engage with diverse stakeholders
  • Design mixed‑methods and community‑based participatory research protocols
  • Administer questionnaires and collect qualitative and quantitative data
  • Analyze qualitative and quantitative data
  • Conduct literature reviews, including systematic reviews and meta‑analysis
  • Help oversee volunteers and trainees
  • Assist in knowledge translation activities

Education / Experience

  • Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology or another health‑related area
  • 2+ years of experience in health research
  • Required Skills

  • Previous work experience in clinical research is essential
  • Experience in mixed‑methods research (quantitative and qualitative)
  • Experience in community‑based participatory action and co‑design research methods
  • Experience in quality improvement methods is an asset
  • Strong communication skills in both French and English (spoken and written)
  • Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Ability to multitask
  • Experience with RI‑MUHC is an asset
  • Work experience with multicultural communities is an asset
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and qualitative software (Word, Excel, NVivo)
  • Other Education Considered An Asset For This Position

    Work experience in health research and familiarity with EDI initiatives.

    Status

    Temporary, full time (35‑hour workweek)

    Pay Scale

    $49 722.40 – $92 346.80 (commensurate with education and experience)

    Work Shift

    Monday to Friday, 9 : 00 am – 5 : 00 pm

    Work Site

    5252 boul. de Maisonneuve, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

    Benefits

  • 4‑week vacation; 5th week after 5 years
  • 12 paid personal / sick / family days
  • 13 paid statutory holidays
  • Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
  • Telemedicine access
  • RREGOP defined benefit pension plan
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Child care centres
  • Corporate discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis)
  • Competitive monthly parking rate
  • Employee assistance program
  • Recognition program
  • Flexible work options
  • THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

    Equal Opportunity Employment Program

    The RI‑MUHC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self‑identify as members of racialised groups / visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact

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