Research Assistant; Research Institute

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
We are seeking an individual with experience in promoting equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in research. They will be implementing the EDI plan for multicentre research studies and research teams involving all pediatric hospitals across Canada (POPCORN).They will also support other ongoing trials and studies related to child health equity.

General Duties

• Assist in the planning and delivery of EDI and community of practice activities,

• Assist in writing study protocols and manuscripts,

• Manage the procedures with the Research Ethics Board and Contracts Office ( protocol approvals, amendments and annual renewals),

• Collaborate with national research team,

• Engage with diverse stakeholders,

• Design mixed-methods and community-based participatory research protocols,

• Administer questionnaires,

• Collect qualitative and quantitative data,

• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data,

• Conduct literature reviews (including systematic reviews and meta-analysis),

• Help oversee volunteers and trainees,

• Assist in knowledge translation activities.

Website of the organization

Education / Experience

Education:

Master's Degree
Field of Study:
Public health, epidemiology or another health-related area
Other education considered an asset for this position:

Work Experience:

2 years of experience in health research

Required Skills

• Previous work experience in clinical research is essential,

• Previous experience in mixed-methods (quantitative and qualitative) research,

• Previous experience in community-based participatory action and co-design research methods,

• Previous experience in quality improvement methods is an asset,

• Strong communication skills in both French and English (spoken and written) is essential,

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills,

• Attention to detail and accuracy,

• Ability to work independently and in a team,

• Ability to multitask,

• Previous experience with RI-MUHC is an asset,

• Previous experience with working with multicultural communities is an asset,

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and qualitative software (Word, Excel, NVivo).