IT Assistant C (DaSSH)

McGill University; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university located in Victoria is seeking an individual for a part-time role focusing on providing statistical support and organizing workshops. The position requires strong written communication skills and knowledge of multiple operating systems and statistical software. Applicants should be authorized to work in Canada and must be willing to work at the campus. This is a remote-friendly role with a pay rate of $18.50 per hour, expected to require 15 hours of work each week.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in Canada.
• Willing to work at the campus where the position is based.

Responsibilities

• Provide answers to statistical or computing related questions.
• Organize individuals and events such as workshops and sessions.
• Assist during events, workshops, or sessions.
• Maintain and monitor the DaSSH online request form.
• Communicate incoming requests to the consulting team.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Knowledge of Linux, Mac, Windows

Knowledge of statistical software packages (e.g. R, Stata, SAS)

Knowledge of programming software (e.g. Python)

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Hiring Unit:

Computational and Data Systems Institute

Position Summary:

• Providing answers to statistical or computing related questions;
• Organizes individuals as well as events such as workshops and sessions
• Assist during events, workshops, or sessions.
• Maintain and monitor the DaSSH online request form:
• Communicate incoming requests to the consulting team
• Schedule client meetings using the Outlook calendar
• Close completed requests
• Track and maintain project progress, project management tools (OpenProject and GitLab)
• Monitor consultant work hours and project counts on a weekly and quarterly basis
• Perform other related duties as assigned by company directors and coordinators.
• The list of functions outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an incumbent. For example, incumbents may be asked to perform some elements of IT Assistant level “A” and/or “B” in addition to the above listed Functions.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Strong written communication skills.
• Knowledge of more than one computer operating system (Linux, Mac, Windows) is an asset.
• Knowledge of statistical software packages ( e.g. R, Stata, SAS) is an asset.
• Knowledge of programming software ( e.g. Python) is an asset.
• Incumbent must be in Montreal, but this role can be done remotely.

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.

Knowledge of English

McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

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Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma 2 Years Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE C) $18.50

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

15 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2025-12-04

Position End Date:

2026-03-20

Deadline to Apply:

2025-12-16

This position is covered by the AMUSE 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, [e-mail].