Job Description

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Position Summary:
We are looking for a part-time casual research assistant to support a literature review project examining the experiences of care partners of persons living with dementia with behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.
Tasks include:
Participating in the screening of titles and abstracts of articles for the review
Conducting data extraction and synthesizing findings from the review
Contributing to report writing, presentations, and the preparation of manuscripts for publication
Performing administrative tasks related to the project as needed
Qualifications:
Enrolled in a Master's program in a relevant field (e.g., social work, gerontology, public health, psychology, ...)
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Knowledge of dementia research an asset
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: $25.00
Hours per Week: 12 (Part time)
Location: 5858 Cote des Neiges
Supervisor: Adjunct Professor
Position Start Date: 2025-10-01
Position End Date: 2026-03-31
Deadline to Apply: 2025-09-28
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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