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Provide guidance to students and postdocs in training and communications in the research domains of TSI
Develop TSI internet presence and reputation and train students and postdocs in best practices for internet presence
Develop programming for interacting with the public, develop press releases for research-related outcomes and assist in training students to do same
Develop policies that aid in the implementation of TSI’s training and communications visions
Play an integral role in the curriculum design and administration of the enhanced training program for MSc and PhD students in radio astronomy through the NSERC-funded CREATE program, RADEATE
Mentor graduate students and postdocs by serving as the lecturer for the relevant modules in the required “PHYS 601/602 - Introduction to Graduate Studies” course for new graduate students in Physics or dedicated professional development workshops
Occasional lecture for graduate level astrophysics courses
Lead the administration of the TSI Summer Undergraduate Research Award program, including application review, selection, and feedback.
Coordinate the TSI Summer Mentorship Program, ensuring effective engagement and support for participants.
Available occasionally after hours and on weekends
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Demonstrated experience in academic research, teaching and student mentorship.
Strong organizational, time management and communication - both verbal and written - skills.
Graduate degree (MSc or PhD) in Physics, Astronomy, or a related field
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.
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All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.