Trainer

McGill University; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Ontario seeks a Trainer to oversee the bioinformatics training events for core facility users. Responsibilities include designing training materials and assessing user needs. The ideal candidate will have excellent bilingual communication skills and relevant experience in bioinformatics. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and is based in Ottawa.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Defined contribution pension plan

Tuition waiver for employees and dependents

Remote work options up to two days per week

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of related experience in academia or industry.
• Experience in conducting presentations to scientists.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and delivery of bioinformatics training events.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify training requirements.
• Collect feedback and track key performance indicators.

Skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and French

Strong understanding of bioinformatics concepts

Strong analytical skills

Experience with educational software

Self-starter and highly motivated

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

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Reporting to the Research Officer, the Trainer will oversee the design, promotion and delivery of bioinformatics training events and documentation to academic and private sector users of the C3G core facility. This role will be instrumental in meeting the demand for training resulting from our business development efforts (open access) and specific projects with academic and industry partners. This role involves close collaboration with core facility users, the business developer and bioinformatics specialists. The Trainer will be exposed to a diverse range of cutting-edge molecular assays, innovative bioinformatics methods, and high-performance computing resources within a facility dedicated to high-throughput sequencing and large-scale genomic research.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize user training needs of core facility users by conducting needs assessments to understand the specific training requirements of different user groups.
• Leveraging existing expertise, oversee the development and delivery of training material and events on bioinformatics analysis techniques, data management, and the use of computational infrastructure.
• Structure, review, and edit educational material to ensure clarity and effectiveness.
• Research and recommend various instruction delivery tools and resources relevant to bioinformatics training.
• Work with the Director of Business Development to identify training opportunities and tailor workshops to the needs of different actors, including the private sector.
• Oversee the promotion of the core facility’s training offer.
• Collect feedback regarding user satisfaction.
• Track key performance indicators related to the success of the facility’s efforts.

Qualifications

• Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills in both French and English, with the ability to explain complex bioinformatics concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
  • Experience with research in academia or industry is required.
  • Strong understanding of bioinformatics concepts and techniques relevant to the services offered by the facility.
  • Must be results-driven, a self-starter, and highly motivated.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively; takes initiative.
  • Experience in conducting presentations to an audience of scientists and technical personnel.
  • Strong analytical skills, agile and adaptable, responsive to changes and feedback from the team and users.
  • Familiarity with common educational software applications and web-conferencing tools.
  • Must be able to travel within the province occasionally.
  • Occasional overtime is required, as well as work evenings for events.
• Minimum Education and Experience — Bachelor’s Degree; 3 Years Related Experience
• Annual Salary: (MPEX Grade 04) $64,770.00 - $80,960.00 - $97,150.00
• Job Profile: MPEX-IST2G - IT Customer Support - Professional 2
• Hours per Week: 33.75 (Full time)
• Supervisor: Research Officer
• Position End Date (If applicable): 2026-12-31
• Deadline to Apply: 2025-10-12

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Two (2) personal days
• Two (2) floating holidays
• Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
• Paid time off over the December holiday period
• Tution waiver for regular employees and their dependents
• Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

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 4 on a scale of 0-4. For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.

Additional Details

• Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree, 3 Years Related Experience
• McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from diverse groups and encourage self-identification for employment equity.
• Accommodations: Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact [e-mail].