Casual Research Assistant 1

Canada, Canada

Job Description


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Hiring Unit:

School of Physical & Occupational Therapy

Position Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of the Lab Manager and Principal Investigator, the incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Helping to prepare and update study documents

Assisting with submitting and renewing ethics; helping prepare amendments

Assisting with participant recruitment

Assisting with the information and consent process

Supporting data collection efforts

Assisting with creating and administering surveys using LimeSurvey and compiling results

Compensating participants for their time

Supporting the lab manager with coordinating the work of assessment evaluators (troubleshooting; providing access to required files)

Assisting with the management of data and datasets (analysis and secure storage of all project-related data)

Maintaining participant confidentiality by properly securing all study documents and keeping participant names or other identifiable information separate from study ID numbers at all times

Assisting with additional tasks as needed: updating CVs, Canadian Common CVs for grant applications, translating project-related documents from English to French (e.g., consent forms, recruitment emails), drafting emails

Helping to schedule meetings

Attending project-related meetings and job-related training sessions

The number of hours will vary - up to a maximum of 30 hours per week and between 5-20 hours per week.

Qualifications:
Applicants must be pursuing a minimum undergraduate degree relevant to the position

Work experience in a similar role is an asset

Experience working in clinical health research with human subjects preferred

Superior computer skills including a good knowledge of Microsoft\xe2\x80\x99s Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, including OneDrive and SharePoint)

Experience using database management software (e.g., SPSS, Redcap) is an asset

Experience using online video conferencing platforms such as Zoom

Home office requirements: e.g. access to your own personal computer with microphone and camera, reliable and fast internet connection, ability to download Zoom application and recordings.

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 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

Hourly Salary: $30.00

Hours per Week: 30 (Part time)

Location: Various

Supervisor: Associate Professor

Position Start Date: 2023-12-14

Position End Date: 2024-12-31

Deadline to Apply: 2023-12-21

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, .

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2267318
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Canada, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned