Research Assistant 2

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Department of Global and Public Health at McGill University is seeking a Research Assistant 2 to support a project evaluating the integration of a trauma-informed approach within the Public Health and Preventive Medicine Residency Program.

The project,"Évaluation de l’intégration de l’approche TIME dans le programme de résidence en santé publique et médecine préventive de l’Université McGill," aims to assess whether implementing a trauma-informed approach improves the well-being of residents and staff, while identifying barriers and facilitators to successful implementation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts research activities using established qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, protocols, and procedures to evaluate the integration of a trauma-informed approach within the Public Health and Preventive Medicine Residency Program.

• Oversees and assists with the development and execution of research instruments, data collection activities, and research documentation, including planning and conducting semi-structured interviews with residents and staff and maintaining project records.

• Collects, analyzes, and interprets quantitative and qualitative research data, including wellbeing measures obtained through the PERMAH questionnaire and interview findings, and contributes to the dissemination of results through reports and presentations.

• Assists with the development of knowledge translation and implementation resources, including a handbook supporting the adoption of trauma-informed approaches within the residency program.

• Recommends and implements improvements to research and evaluation processes by identifying barriers and facilitators to implementation and contributing to evidence-informed program enhancement strategies.

• Assists in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of research-related program initiatives, including peer-support interventions and activities associated with Quality Improvement and Wellbeing Committee meetings.

• Performs various administrative tasks related to the project, including coordinating research meetings, participating in Residency Program, Curriculum, and Admissions Committee meetings, preparing materials, and supporting project follow-up activities.

• Responsible for the quality and integrity of assigned research activities and deliverables, ensuring adherence to established research protocols, ethical standards, and project timelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a master’s degree in public health, medical Education, trauma-informed collaboration, or a related field.

• Familiarity with trauma-informed collaboration principles

• Demonstrated experience in action research projects, including study coordination, participant recruitment, data collection, data management, and quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare research materials, reports, presentations, and knowledge dissemination products for diverse audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with experience interacting effectively with research participants, community partners, and multidisciplinary research teams.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary and multicultural research environments.

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing research priorities.

• Demonstrated attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of research quality and integrity.

Hiring Unit:

Department of Global and Public Health – School of Population and Global Health

Number of Positions:

1

Supervisor:

Professor David Kaiser

Total Hours Per Week:

16 hours per week (part-time)

Hourly Salary:

$32.15

Location:

2001 McGill College

« Connaissance du français et de l'anglais: L'Université McGill est une université de langue anglaise où les tâches quotidiennes peuvent nécessiter une communication verbale et écrite en anglais.  Le niveau d’anglais requis pour ce poste a été déterminé comme étant de niveau #4 (qualificatif) sur une échelle de 0-4.»

“Knowledge of French and 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 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.”

In accordance with Canadian and Quebec law, the present offer is conditional upon your obtaining the appropriate work authorization from any or all of the following as applicable: Citizenship & Immigration Canada, Immigration Quebec and Human Resources & Skills Development Canada (HRSDC).

Hourly Salary:

$32.15

Hours per Week:

16 (Part time) Monday, Tuesday, Friday

Location:

McGill College 2001

Supervisor:

Assistant Professor (Clinical)

Position Start Date:

2026-09-04

Position End Date:

2026-12-20

Deadline to Apply:

2026-09-15

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome 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, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.