Research Assistant 1

McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is seeking a part-time Research Assistant 1 to support qualitative analysis and synthesis for publication. You will verify transcript fidelity, analyze semi-structured interviews, and help draft findings while ensuring ethical standards are met.

Strong team skills and the ability to work independently are essential. The role requires an MSc in a health-related discipline and fluency in English and French.

Qualifications

• Experience with qualitative research methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.
• French and English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Verify fidelity of interview transcripts.
• Perform qualitative analysis of semi-structured interviews.
• Synthesize findings for publication.
• Ensure ethical considerations in research process.
• Draft research findings for reporting.

Skills

Qualitative research

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Bilingual (French & English)

Education

MSc in health-related discipline

Job description

## Research Assistant 1Apply: 5858 Cote des Neiges: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: October 1, 2026 (5 days left to apply): JR0000081186**Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply.****If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).****Position Summary:** The research assistant will help with the qualitative analysis and synthesis of that analysis for publication of the research findings **Main Duties & Responsibilities** * Verification of the fidelity of interview transcripts* Qualitative analysis of semi-structured interviews* Synthesis of the findings* Ensuring ethical considerations* Writing draft of the research findings **Qualifications:** * Minimum MSc in health-related discipline* Experience in qualitative research methodologies* Experience in knowledge synthesis methods is an asset* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Knowledge of French and 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 #4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.***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.*** ***McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.*** **Hourly Salary:**$30.54**Hours per Week:**10 (Part time)**Location:**5858 Cote des Neiges**Supervisor:**Assistant Professor (Clinical)**Position Start Date:**2026-09-25**Position End Date:**2027-01-29**Deadline to Apply:**2026-09-30**This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) 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].***