McGill University
Research Assistant 2

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Position Summary
Serve as lead writer for the research report; develop search strategies and review protocols; conduct literature and grey literature reviews; synthesize and analyze data; ensure CEC compliance; and collaborate closely with the project lead and team.
The Centre for Indigenous Peoples’ Nutrition and Environment (CINE), with the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), is developing a report on the Resilience of Indigenous Peoples’ Traditional Food Systems in Canada and Mexico.
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in a relevant field
- Experience with literature reviews and synthesis
- Strong English writing skills
- Spanish an asset
- Interest in Indigenous food systems
- Familiarity with qualitative or mixed methods
- Ability to manage timelines
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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Projected Start Date
October 12, 2026
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must 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.
Salary and Employment Details
- Hourly Salary: $34.65
- Hours per Week: 14 (Part time)
- Location: C.I.N.E. Building
- Supervisor: Associate Professor
- Position Start Date: 2026-09-01
- Position End Date: 2027-01-29
- Deadline to Apply: 2026-09-12


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This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
Equity and Diversity
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.
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