McGill University

Research Assistant 2

Penfield 740 Full time

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Position Summary:

Reporting to the Research Supervisor:

-Assists with the design, implementation, and monitoring of the quality management system of the laboratory program.

 

-Provides support through standardization and streamlining of processes, improved support mechanisms and activities in accordance with applicable regulations and legislation including Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) Standards, Laboratory Licensing, Mandatory and Voluntary Laboratory Accreditations, such as ISO 15189.

 

-Works collaboratively with the Laboratory Manager and appropriate personnel to ensure effective quality management the laboratory via the following activities/programs:

o     Document management system

o     Internal audit program

o     External assessments (e.g., CAP, IQMH)

o     Incident management

o     Risk management

o     Development and compilation of key performance indicators (KPIs)

o     Quality improvement projects (various) (i.e., process mapping, policy/procedure development)

o     Learning and Development (educational opportunities)

o     Competency assessment

o     Safety program


Qualifications:

  • Specific expertise in ISO 15189 for Clinical Sequencing Lab.
  • Strong academic background in related field.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and writing skills in both English and French.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including academic, governmental, and industrial partners.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and synthesize scientific information.
  • Proficiency in French and English (spoken and written).

Education/Experience:

  • Master’s degree (or equivalent) in related discipline.
  • Experience conducting research in an academic, applied, or interdisciplinary context.


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:

$31.44

Hours per Week:

40 (Full time)

Location:

Penfield 740

Supervisor:

Associate Director, Genomic Platform

Position Start Date:

2026-03-18

Position End Date:

2027-03-22

Deadline to Apply:

2026-03-26

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.