Casual Research Assistant 2

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Hiring Unit:

Prof. Hamed Najafabadi's Lab - Department of Human Genetics

Supervisor:

Prof. Hamed Najafabadi

Position Summary

The Human Genetics research team is seeking a Casual Research Assistant 2 to support ongoing research activities within a human genetics research laboratory.

The Research Assistant II will support the finalization and submission of a research manuscript arising from a previously completed research project. Working closely with the Principal Investigator, the incumbent will revise scientific content, prepare supporting materials, address manuscript-related requirements, and coordinate all documentation necessary for journal submission. The role requires a strong understanding of the project background, computational biology methodologies, and relevant computing infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Revise and update a scientific manuscript based on prior research conducted within the laboratory.
• Prepare manuscript figures, tables, supplementary materials, and associated documentation for journal submission.
• Review and incorporate feedback from collaborators and the Principal Investigator.
• Ensure adherence to journal formatting, submission, and reporting requirements.
• Conduct additional analyses or validation work, as needed, to support manuscript revisions.
• Utilize computational biology tools and workflows to support manuscript preparation.
• Access and manage computational resources through the DRAC compute infrastructure as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of analyses and revisions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master's degree Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Genomics, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated familiarity with the specific research project and associated datasets.
• Strong expertise in computational biology and bioinformatics methods.
• Experience working with high-performance computing environments, including the DRAC compute infrastructure.
• Excellent scientific writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities to meet publication deadlines.
• Experience preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journal submission is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in computational biology and data analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a research environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Working Conditions

• Approximately 15 hours per week.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Hybrid or remote work arrangements may be accommodated based on operational needs.

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 to 4.

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

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