Clerical Assistant

RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

3 days paid sick leave

RREGOP pension plan

Vacation pro-rata

5.3% holiday pay

Job summary

RI-MUHC is seeking a part-time, temporary staff member for the Glen Site in Montreal, focusing on clinical and basic research support in the Vascular Health Unit.

Under supervision, you will assist in material preparation, data entry, and administrative tasks, contributing to cardiovascular research projects and collaborative work with researchers and patients.

Qualifications

• Fluent French and English required for complex patient and international interactions.
• Strong writing and analytical skills in English for research documents.
• Demonstrates teamwork and follows established policies with general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up materials and equipment.
• Assist in administrative functions.
• Assist in results recording and data entry.
• Participate in lab meetings.
• Support the Program Manager and team as needed.

Skills

French proficiency

English proficiency

Communication

Organization

Independence

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

Department / Research Program: RI MUHC- CHAL-VHU

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!

Job Description

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: RI MUHC- CHAL-VHU

Under the immediate supervision of Dr. Stella Daskalopoulou, Director of the Vascular Health Unit, the incumbent will be involved in the conduct of clinical and basic research studies that aim to improve the primary care of patients and, to reduce the consequences of cardiovascular disease.

General Duties

• Help in preparing and setting up materials and equipment,
• Assist in administrative functions,
• Assist in results recording,
• Perform data entry,
• Participate in lab meetings

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: High School Diploma

Field of Study: in a related field

Required Skills

• 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.
• Demonstrates an attitude which communicates support to other departments and colleagues,
• Works with general supervision, follows established policies and procedures.
• Prioritizes work, meets deadlines,
• Good organizational and communication skills,
• Good judgment is shown in advising the Program Manager and/or delegate of unusual situations or issues,
• Excellent knowledge of computer applications such as, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision.

Additional information

Status : Temporary Occasional

Pay Scale : Commensurate with education and work expérience.

Work Shift : Other or part-time

Other: flexible

Work Site : Glen Site, 1001 Decarie Blvd.

Why work with us?

• 3 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 1 personal day,
• RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan),
• Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary,
• 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

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, [e-mail]