Research Associate BRaIN

RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 54,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biomedical research institute in Montreal is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to advancements in cognitive neuroscience. The role involves developing research studies, managing administrative tasks, and supporting junior researchers. Candidates must hold a Doctorate in Neuroscience and have a minimum of five years of relevant experience. Strong skills in signal processing, data mining, and excellent command of both French and English are essential. This is a full-time, temporary position with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

4-week vacation

12 paid personal and sick days

13 paid statutory holidays

Modular group insurance plan

Telemedicine services

Comprehensive pension plan

Training and professional development opportunities

Child Care Centres

Corporate Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition Program

Flex work options

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement research studies and write reports.
• Support and supervise lab members in their projects.
• Coordinate and manage various administrative tasks.

Skills

Signal processing

Data mining

Machine learning

MATLAB

Python

Data analysis

Statistics

Psychoacoustics

Biomedical signals acquisition

Communication in French and English

Education

Doctorate Degree in Neuroscience

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

The Research Associate will report to the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Alexandre Lehmann, who is a cognitive neuroscientist, Associate Professor at McGill University, Adjunct Professor at Université de Montréal, and Principal Investigator at the Centre for Research on Brain Language and Music (CRBLM) and at the MUHC-RI Brain Repair & Integrative Neuroscience Program.

The incumbent will be involved in the development and implementation of research studies, writing of reports, academic papers, grant applications, and presentations, as well as other administrative tasks.

General Duties

• Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the incumbent
• Actively participates in the execution of the research projects ongoing in the laboratory
• Is responsible for various administrative tasks (including budgets, management of meetings, and focus groups, minute-taking, and grant/protocol writing)
• Supports and supervises members of the lab with their research projects
• Provides training to new recruits, students and staff
• Establishes research methods, designs protocol, advances research and breaks new grounds
• Troubleshoots research issues and resolves problems in design
• Develops models and runs simulations
• Reviews and evaluates research findings and determines results, prepares reports and manuscripts
• Participates in local, national and international collaborations
• Participates in group meetings and in the general day-to-day management of Dr. Lehmann research projects
• Accomplishes any other related tasks as required by the immediate supervisor

Website of the organization: https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

• Education: Doctorate Degree
• Field of Study: PhD in Neuroscience
• Work Experience: ≥ 5 ans

Required Skills

• Expertise required: signal processing, data mining, machine learning, MATLAB, Python, data analysis, statistics, psychoacoustics, and biomedical signals acquisition
• Expertise in audiology or speech & language pathology
• Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans – TCPS 2
• Prior experience as a post-doctoral researcher, research assistant, or research associate
• Work experience in a hospital setting (experience with OACIS, Nagano…)
• Experience in project coordination and management
• Experience in data analysis and statistics
• Solid experience in scientific writing (peer-review publications and grant applications)
• Team player, excellent organizational skills, rigor
• Autonomy, ability to work with minimum supervision
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent French and English, spoken and written
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision

Additional Information

Status: Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek)

Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience. $54,327.00 - $100,882.60.

Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

Work Site: GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie

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

Why work with us?

• 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 holidaysModular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
• Telemedicine
• RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Child Care Centres
• Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis)
• Competitive monthly parking rate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition Program
• Flex work options and much more!

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.

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