Job Description

Job ID

73521

Job Title

RESEARCH ASSISTANT (I)

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

HSC- Central Campus

Open Date

12/19/2025

Job Type

Limited Term (<12 months)

Close Date

12/26/2025

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

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Department

Rehab Sciences

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 7

Salary Range

$25.70 - $39.89 (hourly)

Contract Duration

6.4 Months

Existing Vacancy

Hours per Week

35

Target Number of Openings

1

Job Code

JD0436

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.

Career Level

Requires 2 years of relevant experience.

Anticipated Start Date

January 19, 2026

JD #

JD00436

Pay Grade:

7

Title:

Research Assistant (I)

Unit/Project Description:

For Department use only.



The research assistant (I) will be working on the MacM3 longitudinal cohort study within the Beauchamp Lab at McMaster Innovation Park. This position involves technical and analytical data processing using a data pipeline.

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 Functions:

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:

For Department use only.



Experience working on longitudinal research projects Experience working with large databases Experience working with data pipelines Experience with data processing and cleaning

Additional Information:

This position is in person only; remote work is not possible due to accessing sensitive data

How To Apply

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

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