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Position Summary:
We currently have an opening position as a Research Assistant 2 (RA2) working with Prof. Gaskin.
Responsibilities:
- Literature review of numerical models of river confluence mixing.- Investigation of the parameters affecting the mixing layer in the depth averaged river model (TELEMAC)
- Field study to obtain velocity data in a profile across the mixing layer (ADV)
- Validation of numerical model/identification of modelling constraints
Qualifications:
- Education/Experience: Masters of Engineering in Civil Engineering in the area of hydraulics or Integrated Water Resources Management with an internship project in hydraulics.
- B.Eng. in Civil Engineering.
- Knowledge of depth averaged modelling of river flows (TELEMAC), knowledge of GIS.
Other Qualifying Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to use scientific instruments and machines
- Ability to apply critical thinking to laboratory procedures.
- Ability to observe, collect, and record data
- Ability to provide guidance and to work alongside other research assistants and established academic leaders
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of French and 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 on a scale of 0-4.
Posting expiry date: October 6, 2026
Supervisor: Prof. Gaskin
Schedule: Part time, 18 hours, schedule to be determined with supervisor.
Place: Gaskin Environmental Hydraulics Laboratory
Pay: $32.15/hour
Dates: October 7, 2026 - December 31, 2026
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
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This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
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Skills Required
- Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering focused on hydraulics, or Integrated Water Resources Management with an internship project in hydraulics
- Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
- Knowledge of depth-averaged modeling of river flows using TELEMAC
- Knowledge of GIS
- Ability to use scientific instruments and machines
- Ability to apply critical thinking to laboratory procedures
- Ability to observe, collect, and record data
- Ability to provide guidance and work alongside research assistants and academic leaders
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of French and English
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