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McGill University

Student Research Assistant

Canada

Pay: $25.00
Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Oct 22, 2026
Working hours: 14 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 22, 2026

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Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply.

If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).

Hiring Unit:

Centre for Genomics and Policy, Department of Human Genetics

Supervisor:
Prof. Ma’n H. Zawati

Position Summary

The Human Genetics research team is seeking a highly motivated Student Research Assistant to support research activities related to the legal, ethical, social, and policy dimensions of genomic research, precision medicine, and open science initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with Professor Ma’n H. Zawati and collaborate with researchers at the Centre of Genomics and Policy.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for students interested in health law, health policy, bioethics, genomics, privacy regulation, and interdisciplinary research.

Key Responsibilities

The Student Research Assistant will:

Conduct literature reviews on legal, social, ethical, and policy issues related to genomic research, precision medicine, and health data sharing.
Analyze and compare provincial, national, and international legal and policy frameworks.
Assist in the development and drafting of policy documents and recommendations for a variety of stakeholders, including researchers, healthcare institutions, ethics boards, professionals, and the public.
Support the research, drafting, copy-editing, citation verification, and source-checking of manuscripts submitted to peer-reviewed journals in law, bioethics, and science.
Participate in project meetings and contribute to team discussions.
Support teaching-related activities, as appropriate.
Collaborate with members of the Centre of Genomics and Policy and other research partners.
Perform additional research-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Law degree with strong academic standing; or
Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in sociology, anthropology, political science, psychology, public health, counselling psychology, ethics, bioethics, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated interest in health law and policy, health research regulation, regulation of health professionals, emerging technologies, and/or privacy law.
Strong research, analytical, and written communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Fluency in English and working knowledge of French.

Assets

Familiarity with comparative law methodologies.
Experience with copy-editing, reference management, and legal source-checking.
Background or coursework in biology, genomics, bioinformatics, health data science, or bioethics.

Work Schedule

Minimum commitment of 14 hours per week during the academic year.
Flexible work schedule based on student availability and project requirements.
Opportunity for increased hours, including full-time work, during the summer period.
This is an in-person position based at McGill University.

Language requirement:

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.

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

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

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.

Hourly Salary:

$25.00

Hours per Week:

14 (Part time)

Location:

Penfield 740

Supervisor:

Associate Professor

Position Start Date:

2026-09-07

Position End Date:

2027-08-31

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-21

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, [email protected].

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Responsibilities

The Student Research Assistant will conduct literature reviews and analyze legal and policy frameworks related to genomics, precision medicine, and health data sharing. They will also assist in drafting policy documents and support the preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently pursuing a Law degree or a degree in a related social science or health discipline with strong academic standing. Excellent research, analytical, and written communication skills are required, along with fluency in English and a working knowledge of French.

Skills

Legal research
Literature review
Policy analysis
Bioethics
Genomics
Health law
Data analysis
Technical writing
Copy-editing
Citation verification
Reference management
Comparative law
Interdisciplinary research
Communication
Organizational skills

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Hiring contact

Ma’n H. Zawati

Keywords

Genomics
Precision medicine
Health law
Bioethics
Policy analysis
Open science
Privacy regulation
Literature review
Comparative law
Reference management
Health data science
Research assistant
Academic research
Human genetics
Legal frameworks
Manuscript preparation
Stakeholder engagement
Interdisciplinary research

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