Research Assistant 1

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Hiring Unit:

Department of Earth and Planetary Science
Position Summary:

• Conduct research using established protocols
• Synthesize data on human activity and economic value added for as many countries as possible construct a new database in python using established processes
• Construct new database using established processes
• Analyze database, under supervision and using established procedures, to contribute to a new publication

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to find and analyze relevant data
• Familiarity with spreadsheet software and python
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Earth and Planetary Science or Earth System Science
• Experience working in a research group (1 semester part time, or more)

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.
Knowledge of English: 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.  The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 3 in a scale of 0-4 .

Hourly Salary:

$29.21

Hours per Week:

35 (Full time)

Location:

Adams Building

Supervisor:

Professor

Position Start Date:

2025-04-23

Position End Date:

2025-08-05

Deadline to Apply:

2025-05-01

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 .