Junior Assistant

RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 37,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Pension plan

Vacation pro‑rata

Statutory holidays pay

Job summary

RI-MUHC in Montreal, QC, invites a part-time Research Assistant to support tuberculosis and nutrition projects under the Principal Investigator. You will conduct literature searches, data extraction, and contribute to a systematic review in the Indian context, with opportunities for virtual meetings and collaboration with international researchers.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field, strong French and English skills, and willingness to travel to India.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field.
• Experience in literature reviews and tuberculosis/public health preferred.
• Strong written and spoken English and French communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist literature searches, data extraction and data management for TB and nutrition projects.
• Support a systematic review on tuberculosis and nutrition in the Indian context.
• Participate in project meetings (virtual when needed).

Skills

French language

Advanced English

Hindi asset

Communication skills

Independent / team work

Attention to detail

Willing travel abroad to India

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition

Global/public health related field asset

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

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: IDIGH

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the incumbent will help support public and global health projects at the intersection of tuberculosis and nutrition.

General Duties

• Help with the literature searches, data extraction, data management, data analysis, etc. of tuberculosis and nutrition projects;
• Assist with a systematic review on tuberculosis and nutrition in the Indian context;
• Participate in project meetings (sometimes virtual).

Standards of performance

• Respects policies and procedures;
• Shows initiative, ability to multi-task and efficiency towards executing deliverables;
• Has the capacity to work as part of a team, while respecting tight deadlines;
• Demonstrates a high level of discretion with respect to confidential information.

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Field of Study: Nutrition sciences related field

Other education considered an asset for this position: Global and/or public health related field

Work Experience: Demonstrated experience in conducting literature reviews, experience working in the field of tuberculosis (in the field and/or research).

Required Skills

• Knowledge of French is required.
• An advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular and complex contact with 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.
• Knowledge of Hindi is an asset;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision;
• Attention to details and accuracy;
• This position may require at least one trip abroad (India).

Additional information

Status : Temporary Occasional

Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and work experience.

Work Shift: Other or part-time

Other: Monday to Friday (flexible), day time

Work Site: McGill University campus

This position offers the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement (on-site and remote).

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]