Research Assistant (Research Institute)

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Position Summary

Department / Research Program : Department of Surgery / Surgical and Interventional Sciences (SIS) Program.

We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the Perioperative Care and Outcomes Research (PCOR) lab at the RI‑MUHC Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation (CORE). Our work capitalizes on established and emerging principles of outcomes research to (1) create innovative, patient‑centered strategies to measure postoperative outcomes, (2) assess the comparative‑effectiveness of contemporary interventions to enhance recovery and (3) develop approaches to reduce harms associated with perioperative care interventions (e.g., postoperative opioid overprescribing).

General Duties

• Work with the Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator in the development and conduct of various research studies, including a multi‑center Randomized Controlled Trial focused on opioid vs. opioid‑free analgesia after breast surgery (PAIN‑Alt Trial).
• Support lab research activities such as obtaining informed consent forms, recruiting study participants, managing data collection documents, and collecting qualitative and quantitative data.
• Contribute to literature reviews.
• Assist with training and overseeing the work of students and other research personnel.
• Organize team meetings and maintain communications with project stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison with clinical services and community partners.
• Engage in administrative duties related to the research program.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, manuscripts, and grant applications.

Education / Experience

Required Skills

Desirable Assets

Additional Information

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

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