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Position Summary:
The Canadian Centre for Computational Genomics (C3G) is a national research platform offering bioinformatics, software development, HPC and cloud services to the life sciences community. As part of our growing team, the Communications Administrative Assistant will help strengthen C3G’s visibility by managing its website, social media, and communication tools. Reporting to the Research Officer/Administrative Team Lead, this person will coordinate and produce communication materials for C3G and its major initiatives, including the Pan-Canadian Genome Library (PCGL) and Secure Data for Health (SD4H). They will contribute to the development and implementation of communication strategies, ensure consistent branding, and support promotion of C3G’s services, achievements, and events.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and carry out day-to-day communications activities to support the C3G core facility and its major initiatives, including PCGL and SD4H, in alignment with established goals and priorities.
- Support the development of a unified communication strategy that supports the goals of the platform and its key initiatives.
- Help write and share content for websites, newsletters, social media, and other materials like reports, videos, and presentations. Make sure the information is clear, accurate, and matches the organization’s style.
- Design and produce various promotional materials such as brochures, banners, posters, and other print and digital assets.
- Support the updates and upkeep of the C3G, PCGL, and SD4H websites by checking that content is current, easy to read, and follows the organization’s branding.
- Support the planning and delivery of communication activities related to events, workshops, and webinars, including the preparation of targeted materials for specific audiences.
- Review information, draft and edit written content such as short articles, biographies, media content, and bibliographic notes.
- Verify facts to ensure accuracy and credibility of the information.
- Edit and proofread documents in various stages of production.
- Compile and format statistical data for inclusion in reports and public materials. Regularly update key documents and content across platforms.
- Respond to media inquiries or direct them to the appropriate contacts when necessary.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Some experience supporting the development and delivery of communication activities or campaigns.
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging content for diverse audiences.
Strong digital communication skills, including website management (e.g., WordPress), social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube), and email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Envoke).
Experience with visual communication tools (e.g., Canva) and multimedia content creation (e.g., basic video editing) is an asset.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative and cross-cultural environment.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Demonstrate sensitivity and adaptability in communicating across cultural contexts.
Ability to work independently and proactively.
Proficiency in both French and English.
As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:
- Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
- Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
- Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
- Competitive vacation policy
- Two (2) personal days
- Two (2) floating holidays
- Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
- Paid time off over the December holiday period
- Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
- Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4
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Skills Required
- DEC III and 3 years related experience
- Authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec (on-campus)
- Proficiency in both French and English (bilingual)
- Some experience supporting development and delivery of communication activities or campaigns
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills; ability to translate complex information for diverse audiences
- Strong digital communication skills including website management (e.g., WordPress), social media platforms, and email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Envoke)
- Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
- Ability to work independently and proactively; sensitivity and adaptability in communicating across cultural contexts
- Experience with visual communication tools (e.g., Canva) and basic video editing
What We Do
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