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Research Associate

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of Professor Mustafa Kumral, we are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Associate to join our team at the Mineral Economics, Mine Reliability, and Asset Management Laboratory in the Department of Mining and Materials Engineering. The successful candidate will lead and conduct cutting-edge research in mine planning and mineral economics. This role offers an opportunity to engage in advanced modelling and optimization techniques with a focus on developing practical solutions for the mining industry.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The tasks of this position include but are not limited to the following:Design and execute research methodologies related to short-term mine planning, incorporating particle size distribution of fragmented and loaded materials. Develop and refine optimization and simulation models that integrate mineral processing with mine planning strategies. Lead case study development, including data collection and curing, data analysis and documentation preparation. Develop, implement and analyze integrated mine-mill models to evaluate operational efficiencies. Write research reports and scholarly articles for dissemination in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.

QUALIFICATIONS:PhD in Mining Engineering or a closely related discipline. Minimum of five (5) years of research experience in mine planning and optimization. Demonstrated strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Experience with industry-standard mine planning software and familiarity with advanced optimization techniques, such as Bender decomposition, is an asset Possess advanced data analysis skills, including experience with large datasets, statistical modeling, and computational tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R). Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with the ability to present complex research findings clearly to both academic and industry audiences. Strong academic research writing skills, with experience preparing scientific reports and contributing to peer-reviewed publications. Excellent organizational and time management abilities, especially in managing multiple experimental workflows and data sets. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Hiring Unit:
Department of Mining and Materials Engineering
Number of Positions:
1
Supervisor:
Professor Mustafa Kumral
Total Hours Per Week:
10 hours per week (part time)
Hourly Salary:
$33.96
Location:
McGill Downtown Campus
Connaissance du francais et de l'anglais: L'Universite McGill est une universite de langue anglaise ou les taches quotidiennes peuvent necessiter une communication verbale et ecrite en anglais. Le niveau d'anglais requis pour ce poste a ete determine comme etant de niveau #4 (qualificatif) sur une echelle de 0-4.
"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."
Immigration Stipulation (Obligatory for non-Canadian candidates without permanent residency who will reside in Canada only): In accordance with Canadian and Quebec law, the present offer is conditional upon your obtaining the appropriate work authorization from any or all of the following as applicable: Citizenship & Immigration Canada, Immigration Quebec and Human Resources & Skills Development Canada (HRSDC).
Hourly Salary:
$33.96
Hours per Week:
10 (Part time) Monday, Tuesday
Location:
Adams Building
Supervisor:
Professor
Position Start Date:
2025-09-11
Position End Date:
2025-12-19
Deadline to Apply:
2025-09-18
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, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.