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Research Assistant 1

Posted on Feb. 16, 2026

Montréal, Canada
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Full Time

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Hiring Unit:
Department of Psychology

Position Summary:

Collect, analyze and organize data sets on academic articles relevant to the project
Assist with the setup and preparation of datasets for a computerized AI-based experiment.
Prepare datasets of academic texts and associated metadata for use in AI-based experiments.
Monitor system performance and outputs, verifying errors or inconsistencies, and documenting experimental procedures and conditions.
Support data organization and documentation to ensure datasets are structured according to project requirements
Maintain clear and organized documentation of datasets, workflows, and version histories to ensure consistency, reproducibility, and compliance with project standards.
Support ongoing updates to datasets as new materials are added or experimental requirements evolve

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:

Able to work in a team and autonomously

Experience and Education:

Bachelor's degree in psychology.

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:

$29.87

Hours per Week:

40 (Full time)

Location:

McGill College 2001

Supervisor:

Retiree

Position Start Date:

2026-02-03

Position End Date:

2026-08-31

Deadline to Apply:

2026-02-20

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

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