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Research Assistant 1
Posted on Feb. 16, 2026
- Montréal, Canada
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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Hiring Unit:
Department of Psychology
Position Summary:
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.
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This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
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