Research Assistant 2

McGill University•Montreal, QC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports Dr. Aviane Auguste's research initiatives focused on optimizing cancer prevention and treatment in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) of the Caribbean. His research addresses the challenges of resource-constrained health systems, including delays in cancer detection, overseas medical travel, and disparities in treatment access. The role provides statistical expertise, manages data workflows, and assists with basic project management tasks for studies conducted in collaboration with regional stakeholders and institutions.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Public Health, Biostatistics, Epidemiology.
Proficiency in statistical software. Preference for candidates strong in SAS.
Strong skills in data cleaning, management, and analysis, including the use of large, complex datasets.
Familiarity with health research methods, including survey data analysis and mixed-methods studies.
Knowledge of database management tools such as REDCap, Microsoft Access, or similar platforms.
Experience in non-communicable disease prevention (whether health promotion or research).
Experience with data visualization tools.
Proficiency with bibliographic software (e.g. Zotero, EndNote).
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
Familiarity with grant-writing processes and ethics board submissions.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Effective communication skills to liaise with international collaborators and regional stakeholders.
Experience working in multicultural and interdisciplinary research environments.
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Excellent written and spoken English.
At least B2 Proficiency in French.
Cultural competences of developing countries: including knowledge and experience of health systems and disease prevention (notably: Caribbean, Pacific islands and Africa).
Must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec.

Nice To Haves

French-based Creole from the Caribbean is an asset.
Availability for occasional international travel for short-term project-related visits.

Responsibilities

Design and maintain databases for epidemiological studies, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, ethical board standards).
Clean, preprocess, and validate datasets to ensure data quality and readiness for analysis.
Conduct advanced statistical analyses, including survival analysis, regression modeling, and trend analysis, as appropriate for cancer epidemiology and health systems research.
Prepare and document datasets for sharing with collaborators and archiving, ensuring adherence to FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) principles.
Produce statistical summaries, visualizations, and interpretation of findings for internal reports, presentations, and publications.
Coordinate timelines and deliverables across multiple studies, ensuring alignment with project milestones.
Assist in the preparation and submission of ethics applications, progress reports, and grant proposals.
Liaise with a network of collaborators, including community colleges, patient support groups, and other regional partners, to support seamless project implementation.
Track project budgets and ensure efficient allocation of resources under supervision.
Organize virtual and in-person project meetings, including agenda setting, minute taking, and follow-up communications.
Contribute to manuscript preparation, including drafting results sections for peer-reviewed publications.
Prepare materials for presentations at international conferences and stakeholder engagement events.
Support the training of junior team members and local field officers on data collection protocols and statistical methods.