Research Assistant (Communications)
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Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal Quebec the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Position summary
Department / Research Program: Clinical Practice Assessment Unit
The Canadian Medication Appropriateness and Deprescribing Network (CADeN) is a national health promotion and research organization dedicated to reducing medication-related harm by improving medication safety and appropriateness across Canada. We are a small dynamic team driven by a big mission. Our work and impact span the countryfrom public awareness campaigns and health professional education to province-wide research trials and influencing national medication policy.
We are seeking a Research Assistant with experience in communications to join our team and lead the development and implementation of an ongoing national health promotion campaign on the theme of medication safety and deprescribing. This person will also be responsible for coordinating some of the networks activities as it relates to public awareness health care education Indigenization and/or research.
In this role you will report directly to the Laboratory Director while also receiving guidance and direction from the Assistant Director.
General Duties
-Prepare and manage communications as part of the Networks national public health promotion campaign on medication safety
-Develop and implement a communications plan and strategy for the Network.
-Write review and edit material such as news and articles events press releases website content social media posts and newsletters for the Network. Prepare and implement content calendars.
-Manage and maintain the Networks social media presence initiate new and creative growth strategies. Monitor and report on results and implement strategies to improve performance.
-Draft and prepare official letters and email communications.
-Develop and design the Network annual report.
-Support roll-out of Network operations including committee coordination and activities directly related to research projects such as literature reviews grant preparation scientific reports and the preparation of ethics committee documents and contracts.
-Perform administrative tasks directly related to the projects as required or assigned by the project lead
Standards of performance
Exhibits excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
-Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
-Excellent ability to work and perform under tight deadlines.
-Ability to prioritize.
-Result-oriented thinking.
-Ability to work independently.
-Tactful and diplomatic.
-Maintains high levels of confidentiality and discretion at all times.
This position requires an advanced knowledge of oral and written French.
An advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required as the position requires regular and complex contact with patients researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English. The position also requires complex writing or in-depth analysis of documents in English related to a research project.
Outstanding English writing and communication skills
Ability to develop communications in multiple mediums including written communications and PowerPoint/PREZI (or similar) presentations
Excellent computer skills (e.g. ability to create attractive documents in Microsoft Word professional PowerPoint presentations graphs in Excel)
Experience working with online and social media platforms such as Linkedin Facebook Instagram etc.
Experience with InDesign Illustrator Photoshop MailChimp and Squarespace
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with the general public health care professionals researchers and community/health organizations
Demonstrated experience and sensitivity in working with diverse communities an asset
Outstanding organizational and time management skills attention to detail
Ability to work independently with limited direction
Ability to handle multiple programs and/or priorities simultaneously
Status: Temporary full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Work Site: 2155 Guy Street
This position offers the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement (on-site and remote).
***If you wish to include a cover letter please attach it with your resume in one document. ***
Why work with us
4-week vacation 5th week after 5 years
Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations)
13 paid statutory holidays
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
Telemedicine
RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
Training and professional development opportunities
Child Care Centres
Corporate Discounts (OPUS Perkopolis)
Competitive monthly parking rate
Employee Assistance Program
Recognition Program
Flex work options and much more!
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The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities women Indigenous persons persons with disabilities ethnic minorities and 2SLGBTQIA persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is a bilingual academic health network, and one of the largest and most modern in North America. We provide tertiary and quaternary care to the population of Montreal and Quebec. In other words, care that requires hospitalization, complex sur ... View more
