Job Description

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Job Title

Research Assistant (I)

Job ID

72758

Location

David Braley Health Sci Centre

Open Date

11/06/2025

Job Type

Casual

Close Date

11/12/2025

Employee Group

Interim

Favorite Job

Department

Family Med

Contract Duration

5.7 Months

Hours per Week

14

Posting Details

Schedule

14 hours per week. One day per week required on site.

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.

Career Level

Requires 2 years of relevant experience

Hourly Rate

$27.12 per hour

Project Description:

The David Braley Primary Care Research Collaborative (https://fammed.mcmaster.ca/research/.ca) at the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) in partnership with PEACH Health Ontario (peachhealthontario.com) is seeking a motivated and resourceful colleague with an interest and background in sustainable health care research, project evaluation and knowledge translation. Reporting to Dr. Myles Sergeant and Dr. Sujane Kandasamy, the incumbent will support the work of Partnerships for Environmental Action by Communities within Healthcare Systems (PEACH Health Ontario- https://peach.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/).


The Research Assistant will support PEACH's sustainability and health care projects. The position requires excellent interpersonal skills, data analysis skills, and the ability to deal with concurrent deadlines. The Research Assistant shares responsibility for modelling and supporting policies and practices that are aligned with the Department of Family Medicine's commitment to truth and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and to creating and sustaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

Job Summary

The Research Assistant (I) is responsible for organizing and administering one or more research projects within required deadlines under the direction of a Principal Investigator or project leader.

Purpose and Key Funcitons:

Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data. Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results. Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting. Modify and reconfigure databases to ensure the optimal storage of data and minimize data entry complexities. Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems. Write data management and operations documentation for the project. Liaise between the project centre and remote project sites and personnel. Conduct structured project participant interviews. Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures. Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects. Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project participants. Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters. Gather and compile information and data required for the preparation of scientific papers, abstracts, and graphs. Conduct literature searches. Oversee the extraction and compilation of data required for reports and disseminate data to research groups and collaborating partners. Implement and maintain the research project budget. Create financial projections and make adjustments to the research project budget throughout the fiscal year. Exercise appropriate budget controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts. Write a variety of letters and memos. Participate in research project meetings and propose recommendations for procedure modifications and development in the areas of data management, quality control, and assurance. Write, update, and archive data management and quality assurance conventions. Respond to inquiries received from project personnel regarding relevant project issues and procedures.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study. Requires 2 years of relevant experience.

Assets:

Masters level education is preferred Experience conducting quantitaive data analysis Educational background in sustainability, climate change, or related field Knowledge of greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting methodologies, emission inventories, or carbon footprint assessments Experience in tracking and evaluating KPIs and other project performance metrics Understanding of climate change mitigation strategies within healthcare, institutional, or municipal settings Ability to translate data findings into accessible visualizations, reports, or policy-relevant insights Demonstrated ability to manage multiple research tasks such as data cleaning, literature reviews, and survey design Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills in evaluating environmental or health-related interventions Demonstrated skills in data analysis using tools such as Excel, R, Nvivo, and SPSS Skills in interpersonal communications, planning and project adminstirative support Experience working with large or complex datasets related to environmental performance or energy use

Additional Information

The University is supportive of hybrid work arrangements that allow for arrangement where employees work both from home and from the workplace. Our workplace is located at the David Braley Health Science Centre:

Our office building is in downtown Hamilton and accessible via public transit. Our offices are located on levels 2-6, which are all wheelchair accessible. Gender-inclusive public washrooms are available on site. Interviews will be conducted in person at the David Braley Health Sciences Centre.

The Department of Family Medicine also recognizes the impact of leaves (e.g. family care or health-related) that may have had an impact on your career path. You are welcome to share this information with us, and it will be considered when assessing your application in full to ensure an equitable approach.


If a different interview format is more accessible for you, please indicate this in your application. The Department of Family Medicine also recognizes the impact of leaves (e.g. family care or health-related) that may have had an impact on your career path. You are welcome to share this information with us, and it will be considered when assessing your application in full to ensure an equitable approach.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement.


The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.


The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.


As part of McMaster's commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.


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to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

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