Research Assistant (Research Institute)

Job Description

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!

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

We are seeking an individual with experience in promoting equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in research. They will be implementing the EDI plan for multicentre research studies and research teams involving all pediatric hospitals across Canada (POPCORN). They will also support other ongoing trials and studies related to child health equity.

General Duties

• Assist in the planning and delivery of EDI and community of practice activities
• Assist in writing study protocols and manuscripts
• Manage the procedures with the Research Ethics Board and Contracts Office (e.g., protocol approvals, amendments and annual renewals)
• Collaborate with national research team
• Engage with diverse stakeholders
• Design mixed-methods and community-based participatory research protocols
• Administer questionnaires
• 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

Website of the organization : : / / rimuhc.ca / en

Education & Experience

Additional Information

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 to 5 : 00 pm

Work Site : 5252 boul. de Maisonneuve, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Why work with us?

Recognition ProgramFlex work options

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

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

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