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Hiring Unit:
Centre for Genomics and Policy, Department of Human Genetics
Supervisor:
Prof. Yann Joly
The incumbent will support interdisciplinary research activities related to genomics, precision medicine, and open science by conducting legal, ethical, and policy analyses.
This is an in-person position based at the Centre of Genomics and Policy.
Contract Period: June 22, 2026, to June 21, 2027.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Conducting literature reviews of legal, social and policy aspects of genomic research, precision medicine and open science (data sharing).
Analyze and compare provincial, national and international legal documents on the above-mentioned topic.
Assist in the development and drafting of policy for relevant stakeholders (public, professionals, health institutions, researchers, research ethics boards, etc.).
Assist in the researching, drafting, copy-editing and source-checking of submissions to peer reviewed law, bioethics and scientific journals.
Attending project meetings.
Supporting teaching activities, when appropriate.
Collaborating with the team at the Centre of Genomics and Policy.
Performing any other activity assigned by the research supervisor.
Requirements:
Possesses subject matter expertise acquired through a Bachelor’s degree in law.
Holds a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience to the research project or academic research experience may be deemed equivalent.
Demonstrated interest in health care law and policy, health research regulation, regulation of health professionals, emerging technologies and/or privacy law;
Familiarity with comparative law methodologies.
Experience with copy editing, reference formatting, and legal source checking is an asset.
Background in biology, informatics fields, and/or bioethics is an asset
Works well in a team
Meticulous
Fluent in English and working knowledge of French
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:
$31.31
Hours per Week:
40 (Full time)
Location:
Stewart Biology Bldg
Supervisor:
Professor
Position Start Date:
2026-06-22
Position End Date:
2027-06-21
Deadline to Apply:
2026-06-15
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
