Job Description
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Our research team specializes in research focused on the organization of cancer care, patient-centered interventions and community partnerships that promote quality and proximity of care.
We have recently received Movember funding one new exciting projects. We are now looking for an experienced Research Assistant 2.
of role and responsibilities
The Research Assistant (RA) will support the evaluation of selected Patient‑Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) using the COSMIN (Consensus‑based Standards for the selection of health Measurement Instruments) methodology. The RA will contribute to systematic identification, data extraction, methodological appraisal, and synthesis of evidence related to the measurement properties of PROMs.
COSMIN Methodological Quality Assessment:
Apply the COSMIN Risk of Bias checklist to evaluate the methodological quality of included studies
Assist in rating measurement properties (e.g., sufficient, insufficient, indeterminate) following COSMIN criteria
Participate in reviewer discussions to resolve discrepancies and ensure consistency
Evidence Synthesis and Reporting:
Support qualitative or quantitative synthesis of evidence across measurement properties
Assist in grading the quality of evidence (e.g., modified GRADE approach per COSMIN guidance)
Contribute to summary tables, evidence profiles, and PROM comparison matrices
Documentation and Quality Assurance:
Ensure transparency, traceability, and consistency of COSMIN methods throughout the project
Assist with preparation of protocol sections, methods descriptions, and appendices
Draft publication and report of results.
Requirements:
·MSc in a related field
·Bilingual (English, French)
Relevant experience including:
·Excellent knowledge of psychometrics in measurement
·Behavioral and or psychosocial intervention implementation in clinical contexts
Competencies must include
·Interpersonal communication;
·Attention to quality;
·Sense of priority;
·Sense of responsibility;
·Results oriented;
·Ability to synthesize;
·Organization;
·Decision-making and initiative;
·Teamwork;
·Analysis and problem solving;
·Ability to adapt to change;
·Autonomy;
Start Date: June 29th 2026;
End Date: August 29th 2026;
Number of Work Hours per Week: 21;
Location of Work: Home (90%), McGill Campus (10%);
Hourly Rate: $36.38;
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 3 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
McGill University is Committed to Equity in Employment.
Hourly Salary:
$36.47
Hours per Week:
21 (Part time)
Location:
Various
Supervisor:
Associate Professor
Position Start Date:
2026-06-29
Position End Date:
2026-08-29
Deadline to Apply:
2026-06-02
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
