Research Assistant (Research Institute)
Research Assistant (Research Institute)
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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 Qubec - Sant (FRQS).
Position summary
Department / Research Program: CORE
Projects goal: Improving outcomes and use of healthcare services for all people with dementia through an equity lens. The incumbent will mainly be working on mixed-method projects (quantitative and qualitative) on equity for people with dementia exploring the differences in their health services use and experiences across social-determinants of health and their interactions to inform equity-oriented policies.
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As an early career researcher building my lab I am looking for a research assistant to build a long-term productive relationship with to help with mixed-methods (especially qualitative) research projects focusing on improving care for older people with dementia. This is a one-year part or full-time position with the possibility for renewal and/or promotion pending fit and available funds. I am looking for someone who will stay in the position for at least 3 years. This position offers a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to design implement and lead qualitative research projects aimed at advancing equity in dementia care. The incumbent will have substantial input into the direction of qualitative objectives within the research group.
General Duties
The incumbent will participate in a variety of research activities especially those involving leading the design implementation and analysis of qualitative research studies including:
Leading and managing qualitative research in the lab. This includes:
oDesigning and developing qualitative research methods (study protocols interview guides focus group guides data collection techniques such as semi-structured interviews participatory methods)
oSelecting comprehensive qualitative analysis techniques (e.g. thematic analysis framework analysis grounded theory qualitative description)
oOrganising and facilitating data collection (e.g. community meetings focus groups interviews)
oUndertaking data analysis using specialized software such as and NVivo
oEnsuring rigour of research (e.g. quality of coding internal consistency fidelity monitoring)
oTraining team members on interviewing and qualitative research methods ethical considerations best practices and techniques
oStaying updates on cutting-edge qualitative methods and equity in dementia care.
Supervising junior research assistants and their work
Collaborating closely and regularly with patient partners (people with dementia and their care partners) community partners (community organisations) to understand their needs and priorities and to conduct mixed-methods research alongside them
Developing qualitative research methods for ethics submissions grant proposals and research protocols and helping draft documents
Contributing to research dissemination by writing and presenting both qualitative and quantitative findings in reports manuscripts and presentations for varied audiences.
Required Skills
Bilingual spoken and written
Strong understanding of qualitative research methodologies (e.g. interviews focus groups ethnography case studies etc.) and demonstrable experience in undertaking qualitative research including independent projects
Experience in qualitative analysis techniques (e.g. thematic analysis grounded theory content analysis etc) and using relevant software (e.g. NVivo MAXQDA)
Familiarity with ethics and regulatory processes in research and in working on ethics submissions and grant applications
Exemplary writing skills with demonstrable experience in writing for academic and community audiences (e.g. publications reports grey literature infographics pamphlets etc.)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills experience working with patient and community partners is an asset
Autonomy (with minimum supervision after appropriate training) drive initiative creativity curiosity
Team player
Detail-oriented resourceful strong problem-solving skills multitasking abilities organized.
The following are assets:
At least 1 year of experience with quantitative research methods to be able to draft papers (high-level expertise in quantitative data analysis not necessary but appreciated) in quantitative research
Prior experience in working with health administrative databases causal inference methods biostatistics
Prior experience in supervising and training trainees
Advanced knowledge of equity-related literature including social determinants of health intersectionality and anti-racism
Experience working with historically marginalised populations
Proficient at using MS Office applications (Word PowerPoint Excel Forms Teams etc.) and reference management software.
Candidates are to fill in this form to be considered: are to provide AS ONE CONSOLIDATED DOCUMENT:
Cover letter addressed to Ms. Lopes (including most relevant experience and demonstration of competencies productivity and impact)
Most recent transcript
CV with bibliography
Contact information for 3 references
Optional but preferred: brief writing sample (academic/research) maximum 8 pages.
Additional information
Status: Temporary full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience. $48503.00 - $90090.00.
Work Shift: Variable Schedule (Working hours are flexible but typically land between 9:00-17:00)
Work Site: Hybrid
If other: Montreal General Hospital. Flexible: with at least 1-2 days on site when collecting data there may be more in-person workdays.
***To be considered applicants need to combine all required documents with their CV into one PDF document as well as fill in this form: ***
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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Equal Opportunity Employment Program
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
Employment Type
Full-Time
