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Research Associate – Canada Excellence Research Chair in Metabolism and the Brain (CERC M&B)
Position Summary
The Research Associate works in collaboration with the CERC M&B Chairholder and core team members to develop and conduct research projects. In collaboration with the Chairholder, Associate Director, HQPs and trainees, the Research Associate is responsible for achieving the CERC M&B program objectives.
Research: Work with scientists, HQPs and students to develop experimental hypotheses, protocols and analysis plans.
Research: Participate in data collection and interpretation of results. Responsible for the quality and results of their own work. Oversee quality and results of team members supervised.
Research: Participate in the writing of grant applications and manuscripts and in the preparation of presentation of findings at scientific meetings.
Training: Train core team members on specialized procedures.
Reporting: Report on research projects progress at lab meetings.
Policies and Procedures: Write and maintain human subjects research protocols in good standing. Write and maintain best practices guide for study protocols.
Education: Assist in course development, teaching, workshops, journal clubs and annual meetings.
The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks, which may be performed by an employee whose position has been matched to this description.
Qualifications:
Possesses advanced specialized knowledge of the field or discipline acquired through a PhD Degree.
Experience working in a multidisciplinary dynamic environment. Must be able to manage a diverse set of obligations on a daily basis with rapidly changing demands and priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills for working with participants and hospital research unit staff.
Ability to communicate complex ideas to trainees.
Ability to work independently and efficiently but also work well as a part of a team.
Strong verbal and written communication in English
Strong verbal and written communication in other languages would be an asset.
This position is covered by the AMURE Collective agreement. http://www.aerum-amure.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AMURE-2023-2027.pdf
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 most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring 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.
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This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].
Skills Required
- PhD degree in a relevant field
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary, dynamic research environment
- Ability to manage diverse obligations and changing priorities
- Strong interpersonal skills for working with participants and hospital research staff
- Ability to communicate complex ideas to trainees
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication in English (Level 4)
- Strong verbal and written communication in other languages
- Authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in Quebec
What We Do
McGill University is a public research university with extensive research activities across various engineering disciplines, including civil and materials engineering, focusing on areas like construction materials and advanced manufacturing.
