Research Assistant 2

McGill University

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The candidate will work with a group of scientists and post-doctoral fellows to work on developing a scenario-based, uncertainty-aware module. McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing. McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. It welcomes applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact [email protected]. Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer.

Requirements

• Masters Degree required
• MSc in Animal Science, Agronomy, Biological Systems, or related field
• Strong background in ruminant nutrition
• Experience with quantitative or mechanistic modeling
• Ability and willingness to work in Python-based environments
• Authorized to work in Canada
• Willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located
• English communication both verbally and in writing

Responsibilities

• Work on developing a scenario-based, uncertainty-aware module

Benefits

• Strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community
• Welcomes applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities
• Implements an employment equity program
• Encourages members of designated groups to self-identify
• Accommodations for persons with disabilities for the application process
• Internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research
• Platinum STARS rating in sustainability
• Among Canada’s greenest employers
• Top Montreal Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level