Job Description

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The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of Dr. Brown at McGill University, in collaboration with Laurence Lejeune (PhD Candidate, Universite Quebec a Montreal (UQAM), Centre de recherche sur les innovations sociales (CIRST)), Dr. Paquet (Universite Laval), Kulbir Kaur Ghuman (Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS)) and a team of social science collaborators.
Position Summary:

• Assist with ethics submissions, participant recruitment, and logistics coordination.
• Design and conduct focus group sessions and semi-structured interviews with ARPs working in scientific platforms.
• Contribute to the design, testing, and refinement of Quebec surveys on ARP career trajectories and barriers.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data and prepare preliminary reports for internal and external dissemination.
• Support the development of educational and outreach materials (e.g., case studies, training modules, podcast content).
• Contribute to the creation of a digital platform for knowledge mobilization and outreach.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Master's program at a Quebec University in Sociology, Science Technology and Society, Political Science, Education, or a related discipline.
• Experience with qualitative research methods including interviews, focus groups, and survey design.
• Interest in science policy, equity in academia, and research infrastructure.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a research setting.

Excellent writing, oral and communication skills in English AND French
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.
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.
Hourly Salary: $29.87
Hours per Week: 15 (Part time)
Location: Life Sciences Bldg .
Supervisor: Professor (Research)
Position Start Date: 2026-01-15
Position End Date: 2027-01-14
Deadline to Apply: 2025-12-05
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, .

Skills Required