Role Overview
McGill University is hiring a mid-level Student Research Assistant. This is a part-time role in CA. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Hiring Unit: Department of Biology (Professor Stephanie Weber) Position Summary: Constructs a new bacterial strain expressing degron-tagged NusA. Validates the strain by Western blot. Conducts experiments using fluorescence microscopy. Assists in the analysis and interpretation of data. Maintains lab work area in a clean and orderly fashion. Qualifications: Good time management skills. Attention to detail. Education/Experience: Experience working with bacteria is preferred. Must have completed a laboratory course in molecular biology or microbiology (BIOL301, MIMM212 or equivalent). Enrolled in a BSc program. Location: This position is located in Montreal, Quebec and the work for this position is expected to be performed in Quebec. 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 0-4. Hourly Salary: $19.00 Hours per Week: 15 (Part time) Location: Stewart Biology Bldg Supervisor: Associate Professor Position Start Date: 2026-04-22 Position End Date: 2026-08-07 Deadline to Apply: 2026-05-04 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. Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer. Grandescunt Aucta Labore. By work, all things increase and grow. Find a sense of purpose. Develop your future. Join us today.
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Where is the Student Research Assistant position at McGill University located?
This position is based in CA. McGill University has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Student Research Assistant at McGill University earn?
McGill University has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Student Research Assistant role at McGill University posted?
This role was posted on April 27, 2026 (58 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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