- Salary
- $32+
- Location
- Macdonald Eng. Bldg., Canada
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Education
- Education
- PhD
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
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Position Summary:
We currently have an opening position as a Research Assistant 2 (RA2) working with Prof. Malomo.
Responsibilities:
Experimental testing and structural analysis assessing the seismic performance of unreinforced masonry structures.
Support for testing small- to large-scale masonry specimens in as-built and retrofitted configurations, including specimen preparation, test setup, instrumentation, data collection and documentation.
Support for structural analysis of unreinforced masonry structures subjected to seismic loads representative of Eastern Canada.
Conduct these activities using established protocols with minimal supervision.
Qualifications:
Masters in Civil Engineering
Ability to use scientific instruments and machines
Ability to apply critical thinking to laboratory procedures.
Ability to observe, collect, and record data
Ability to provide guidance and to work alongside other research assistants and established academic leaders
Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Other Qualifying Skills and Abilities:
PhD in Civil Engineering considered an asset
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 on a scale of 0-4.
Posting expiry date: August 31, 2026
Supervisor: Prof. Malomo
Schedule: Part time, 28 hours, schedule to be determined with supervisor.
Place: Macdonald Engineering Building
Pay: $32.15/hour
Dates: September 1, 2026 - January 27, 2027
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
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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, [email protected].
