Research Assistant 2

McGill University

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Research Assistant 2 to assist in participant recruitment and data acquisition, as well as manage day-to-day operations for a new study launched in September 2025. The role involves data management and cleaning using statistical software (Stata, SAS, and/or R), performing statistical analyses for studies led by the Division of Cancer Epidemiology, and producing written/tabular/visual materials for research reports/manuscripts/presentations. The assistant will also support students and staff in conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses, and perform routine administrative duties such as managing the Division’s website, social media platforms, office space, and biobank storage, as well as McGill24 fundraising activities. Study initiation activities include preparing ethics approval submissions, consent forms, questionnaires, and study manuals. The position requires attending, participating, and presenting in team meetings and seminars held at the Division of Cancer Epidemiology.

Requirements

Master’s degree in epidemiology
Proficiency with advanced methods of statistical analysis of epidemiologic data (essential)
Proficiency with common statistical software (Stata, SAS, and/or R) (essential)
General knowledge of common epidemiological and clinical study designs (randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, case-control studies, cross-sectional studies) (essential)
Strong oral and written communication skills (essential)
Authorized to work in Canada
Willing to work in the province of Quebec
English communication both verbally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Experience in cancer research (preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist in participant recruitment and data acquisition.
Manage day-to-day operations for a new study.
Assist in data management and cleaning using statistical software (Stata, SAS, and/or R).
Perform statistical analyses for studies led by the Division of Cancer Epidemiology.
Produce written/tabular/visual materials for research reports/manuscripts/presentations.
Assist students and staff in the conduct of systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
Perform routine administrative duties (i.e., management of Division’s website, affiliated social media platforms, office space, and biobank storage; McGill24 fund raising activities, etc.).
Perform study initiation activities (i.e., preparation of ethics approval submissions, consent forms, questionnaires, study manuals, etc.).
Attend, participate, and present in team meetings and seminars held at the Division of Cancer Epidemiology.