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RESEARCH ASSISTANT III

Job ID26384-4031
CompanyMcMaster University
LocationHamilton
ProvinceON
Date Posted2019-05-15
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryEducation
Description

Provide research support for faculty members in their teaching, research and laboratory activities. Work is performed independently, with the availability of direction and guidance from Research Staff or Manager.

Accountabilities

1. Adhering to established research methodology, gather and compile data for the research study or project.

2. Modify and adapt research methods, techniques or procedures, based on deviations in experimental results.

3. Record, classify, and summarize research data according to established procedures.

4. Conduct structured participant interviews and focus groups.

5. Carry out intermediate level statistical analyses.

6. Contribute to the preparation of data for reports, journal articles, papers, etc.

7. Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings.

8. Perform other related tasks as outlined by the researcher.

 

Interviewing skills experience and proficiency in excel is a definite asset.

 

The McMaster Education Research, Innovation and Theory (MERIT) program has served the Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University for more than 45 years. We collaborate with faculty to engage in high-impact, high-value education scholarship. Formerly known as the Program for Research and Development (PERD) we have six scientists and several research support staff. Our vision is to grow a community of scientists and clinicians to advance health professions education through research and applied science.  The successful candidate will support several Senior Scientists in their responsibilities and activities related to MERIT.



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