Coordinator (Research Institute)

RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc; Montreal; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in Montreal is seeking a full-time research coordinator to support projects on early child development. The role involves data collection, training teams, and developing protocols. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Public Health or a related field and have research experience. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including vacation and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

4-week vacation

Bank of 12 paid days

13 paid statutory holidays

Modular group insurance plan

Defined benefit government pension plan

Training and professional development opportunities

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Public Health, Health Promotion, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of research experience.

Responsibilities

• Finalize qualitative interview guides.
• Transcribe audio recordings from qualitative interviews.
• Develop coding dictionary and code transcripts.
• Analyse and summarise qualitative data.
• Contribute to study protocols and data collection tools.

Skills

Ability to work autonomously

Strong organisational skills

Open and honest communication

Attention to detail

High standards of quality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or related field

Master’s degree

Job description

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

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 RI‑MUHC is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) and is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. It is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec – Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

The incumbent will support Dr. Ahun’s research on the mechanisms through which parental mental health and parenting impact early child development. They will contribute to the BUNDLE study, which tests whether early childhood development is improved by a bundled set of interventions that promote responsive stimulation and improved feeding integrated into existing infection prevention and treatment activities of the health system. The coordinator will assist with training data collectors, developing study protocols, preparing intervention materials, cleaning and analysing data, and preparing manuscripts. The role reports to Dr. Marilyn N. Ahun.

General Duties

• Finalize qualitative interview guides
• Transcribe audio recordings from qualitative interviews
• Develop coding dictionary and code transcripts
• Analyse and summarise qualitative data
• Contribute to adaptation of parenting manual based on qualitative data
• Contribute to development of study protocols and data collection tools
• Liaise with and facilitate communication between the research team at the University of South Carolina and Dr. Ahun
• Complete other research‑related tasks for Dr. Ahun’s overall research programme (e.g., data analysis, manuscript preparation, grant applications, etc.)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (required) in Public Health, Health Promotion, Global Health, Psychology or a related field
• Master’s degree (preferred)
• 1–2 years of research experience

Required Skills

• Ability to work autonomously
• Strong organisational skills
• Open and honest communication
• Attention to detail
• High standards of quality and continuous improvement
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion at all times

Additional Information

• Position: Temporary, full‑time (35‑hour work week)
• Pay Scale: $41,550.60 – $62,353.20, commensurate with education and experience
• Work Shift: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Work Site: 5252 boul. de Maisonneuve

If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one document.

Benefits

• 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
• Defined benefit government pension plan (RREGOP)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Child‑care centres
• Corporate discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis)
• Competitive monthly parking rate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition program
• Flexible work options

Equal Opportunity

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. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact [e-mail].

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

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