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We are seeking applicants for a Graduate Research Assistant to support a SSHRC-funded research project examining the hidden social, emotional, occupational, and mental health consequences of resilience among immigrant workers across three Canadian provinces. The Research Assistant will serve as the Project Coordinator to support the overall coordination and administration of the project and work closely with the Principal Investigator and collaborating institutions. The project is led by Dr. Charles Gyan at the School of Social Work, McGill University and involves interdisciplinary and interprovincial collaboration focused on immigrant labour experiences, workplace inequities, and social justice.
Requirements
Must be a current McGill University graduate student.
Fluency in both English and French
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Familiarity with qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research
Ability to commit to 10-12 hours of work per week.
Desirable Qualities
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Proactive attitude and the ability to take initiative on new tasks and challenges.
Strong writing and editing skills.
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Nous recherchons des candidates pour un poste d’auxiliaire de recherche aux cycles supérieurs afin de soutenir un projet de recherche financé par le CRSH portant sur les conséquences sociales, émotionnelles, professionnelles et psychologiques cachées de la résilience chez les travailleurs immigrants dans trois provinces canadiennes.
L’auxiliaire de recherche agira à titre de coordonnateur (trice) du projet afin de soutenir la coordination générale et l’administration du projet, tout en travaillant en étroite collaboration avec le chercheur principal et les institutions partenaires. Le projet est dirigé par le Dr Charles Gyan à l’École de travail social de McGill University et repose sur une collaboration interdisciplinaire et interprovinciale axée sur les expériences des travailleurs immigrants, les inégalités en milieu de travail et la justice sociale.
Exigences
Qualités recherchées
Hourly Salary:
$23.00
Hours per Week:
12 (Part time)
Location:
Sherbrooke 550
Supervisor:
Associate Professor
Position Start Date:
2026-06-15
Position End Date:
2026-09-30
Deadline to Apply:
2026-07-15
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
