1. Postdoctoral Researcher - Dr. Flake's Lab
Full time
job requisition id JR0000024541
JK Flake’s lab in the Quantitative Psychology and Modelling area of the Department of Psychology at McGill University is seeking applications for a Post-Doctoral Researcher. The desired start date is Fall 2022, but flexible. The contract is for one year with potential renewal for a second year.
About McGill: McGill University is an international and research intensive university in Canada, with an exceptional undergraduate and graduate student body, which enjoys collegial governance, extensive employee benefits (health, dental, life insurance and pension) and co-operative research and teaching ties with other Montreal universities. McGill is centrally located between Mount Royal Park and downtown Montreal, which is a safe, culturally diverse, cosmopolitan and bilingual (French/English) city, with a high-quality cultural life and publicly funded health care. Moreover, the psychology department has recently moved into a brand-new state-of-the-art research facility. McGill is an English language institution; knowledge of French is not required.
Position Description: The ideal candidate will be interested in further developing a quantitative program of research that aligns with and extends on-going work in Dr. Flake’s. The lab focuses on latent variable methodologies for scale development and use in the social sciences with a focus on measurement equivalence, as well as improving transparency of measurement and modeling practices. Current projects on-going in the lab focus on developing measurement models and practices for large-scale replication research and analysis pipelines for complex latent variable models. For recent work see Dr. Flake’s Google Scholar page and website.
The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to and lead multiple projects in the lab. Specific research projects depend on shared interests and expertise but some examples include: (1) developing and evaluating methodologies for psychometric models for multiple groups and/or clustered data structures; (2) establishment of (partial) measurement invariance or detection of differential item functioning; (3) developing methodologies and practices for measurement in replication studies; (4) using mixed methods to translate and evaluate instruments in large-scale collaborative studies.
Qualifications: Competitive candidates will have (1) a PhD in quantitative psychology, psychometrics, research methodology, educational measurement, or a related area by the time of appointment; (2) a strong scholarly track record of research and interest in topics such as quantitative methodology, psychometrics, and measurement theory; and (3) experience and expertise with statistical programming, conducting simulation studies, and latent variable models (e.g., MLM, SEM, IRT).
Compensation: Salary will be $45K per annum plus benefits, consistent with a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada fellowship salary benchmark. Dr. Flake will additionally provide support to attend professional conferences and a workstation. Postdoctoral candidates who have their own funding may also apply.
How to Apply: Please submit the following materials via Workday, McGill’s hiring system.: (1) CV, (2) 2-3 page statement speaking to your interests, how they connect to the research going on in Dr. Flake’s lab, including what specific research you would hope to pursue, (3) post-prints of no more than two representative publications, (4) and the contact details of three references.
Review of applications will begin on April 30th and continue until the position is filled.
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).
If you have any question, contact Dr. Flake [Jessica.flake@mcgill.ca] via email
Annual Salary:
(AMURE Post-Doctoral Fellow Researcher) $34,611.00
Hours per Week:
35 (Full time)
Location:
McGill College 2001
Position Start Date:
2022-05-01
Position End Date:
2023-04-30
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.
2. Postdoctoral Researcher at McGill University/TRIUMF for Ba-tagging with nEXO
Full time
job requisition id JR0000022457
Position Summary:
The experimental particle physics group at McGill University is looking for a postdoctoral fellow in experimental subatomic physics to join our nEXO team. nEXO is a next generation neutrinoless double beta decay experiment which is being developed by an international collaboration. nEXO will search for the latter beyond the Standard Model weak process in the isotope Xe-136 in a liquid-xenon time-projection chamber. We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow to develop a novel approach for the extraction of Ba-ions from liquid xenon (LXe) using accelerated, radioactive ion beams for ion implantation into a LXe volume. Following implantation, the ions will be drifted to an electrostatic probe for extraction and spectroscopic identification. Ba-tagging, and particularly, the extraction of a single Ba ion out of a liquid Xe (LXe) volume, is an extremely challenging endeavor. However, if successful, would allow to unambiguously identify 0νββ-decay events and significantly improve the detection sensitivity.
The work will be conducted at TRIUMF, Canada’s particle accelerator center in Vancouver, BC in close collaboration with a team of researchers at McGill, Carleton and TRIUMF, which work towards improving the 0νββ detection method and sensitivity in the international nEXO collaboration.
The successful candidate will take a leading role in driving the ion-extraction measurements at TRIUMF, which will include the following responsibilities:
Lead the assembly and commissioning of a xenon deployment and recovery system (with support from TRIUMF engineers under TRIUMF safety guidelines)
Lead the coupling of the Ba-tagging chamber including a LXe cell to the TRIUMF beamline
Develop a diagnostics setup for beam normalization
Lead online commissioning of the complete apparatus with radioactive ion beam
Demonstrate extraction of radioactive ions from liquid xenon
Analyze data and publish developed methods and results.
This project focuses on the development of ion-extraction and ion-transport techniques.
The appointment is initially for two years with the possibility of renewal.
The salary will be $50,000 per year.
Interested candidates should upload their application package including a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, statement of research interests.
Please arrange to have three letters of reference sent electronically to Prof. Thomas Brunner. Applications will be reviewed starting imminently until the position is filled.
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).
Qualifications:
Candidates should have a background in experimental nuclear or particle physics. Experience in ion manipulation and detection, cryogenics as well as gamma-detection methods is considered an asset.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Ph.D. candidates should indicate when they are expecting to fulfill their Ph.D. requirements.
Annual Salary:
(AMURE Post-Doctoral Fellow Researcher) $34,611.00
Hours per Week:
35 (Full time)
Location:
Rutherford Physics
Deadline to Apply:
2022-04-29
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.
3. Postdoctoral Researcher (CAnD3) (Quesnel-Vallée)
Full time
job requisition id JR0000023783
Position summary
The Consortium on Analytics for Data-Driven Decision-Making (CAnD3) invites applications for a 1-year postdoctoral researcher position (renewable).
About CAnD3
CAnD3 is a multidisciplinary, intersectoral, pan-Canadian and international consortium of partners from academic, government, not-for-profit and private sectors. CAnD3 is co-constructing and co-delivering an innovative training program, Population Analytics in an Aging Society, to complement academic training in population research with skills to support evidence-informed decision-making related to population aging. The program provides substantive training in population aging across four axes: family & social inclusion, education, labour and inequality, migration and ethnicity, and well-being and autonomy. The program also equips fellows with a leading-edge suite of data science, policy and knowledge mobilization skills, increasing their employability both in and out of academia. For more information, see
https://www.mcgill.ca/cand3/.
CAnD3 Postdoctoral Researcher Role Description
The position will be hosted in the Department of Sociology at McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada. Candidates should have a completed PhD in a population research-related discipline (e.g. demography, sociology, economics, epidemiology) and demonstrated interest and expertise in one or more of the following subjects: advanced statistical methods, population data science/computational demography, population aging, graduate online learning and teaching, interdisciplinary population research, knowledge mobilization or integrated knowledge transfer approaches to intersectoral collaboration and evidence-based decision-making. The initial appointment will be for one year but may be renewed based on performance.
The position can commence as soon as the candidate is available (providing they have fulfilled all the requirements for the PhD in their degree granting institution), and no later than August 31, 2022. Competitive salary commensurate with experience: salary is negotiable within the range of major federal Canadian funding agencies postdoctoral fellowships (CA$40,000-60,000 per year, plus benefits; the position is unionized; see https://www.mcgill.ca/gps/postdocs/fellows for details).
Given the current pandemic, while residence in Montreal is preferred, other working arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis. For more information on the cost of living in Montreal: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Montreal. International applicants without a valid work visa in Canada: Please note that you will need to be physically present (at least temporarily) in Montreal to obtain a work visa.
Primary Responsibilities
The CAnD3 Postdoctoral Researcher’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
In collaboration with CAnD3 Director or other team members (depending on the area of specialization), pursue independent research in population research, with a focus on policy-relevant work;
In collaboration with CAnD3 Director and staff, supporting the research and learning experiences of CAnD3 Fellows;
Publishing academic papers on results of training program and applied research projects, in collaboration with CAnD3 Director, team members, partners and fellows;
Coordinating the outputs and publications of other team members, partners and fellows from CAnD3 projects, including regular features in population research journals;
Developing, implementing and managing module evaluations, learning analytics, surveys, and other data collection with trainees, team members, and partners;
Executing analyses of module evaluations, learning analytics, surveys, and other program-related data collection;
Collaborating and liaising closely with CAnD3 Director, staff, team members and partners.
Qualifications
Education: Candidates should have obtained a PhD diploma in a field related to population research in the social or health sciences e.g. sociology, demography, economics, epidemiology, health services by August 31, 2022 and be no more than 4 years post-PhD (according to the date of conferral of the PhD);
Relevant population research experience;
Significant training and technical knowledge of quantitative research methodology and software (e.g. R, Stata, SAS, Python);
And/or
Working knowledge of qualitative research methodology and data analysis software.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Training and technical knowledge of data science or computational social science would be a strong asset;
Pro-active and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to responsibilities and to obtaining results;
Organized, good judgement, pragmatic, with proven ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Excellent problem-solving and analytical reasoning skills;
Strong ability to communicate in English, both spoken and written, is required;
Strong communication skills, including written French proficiency is a strong asset;
Demonstrated ability to clearly transmit and receive information;
Demonstrated ability to work with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams), citation software, and bibliographic databases;
Data and information visualization skills and the ability to write and communicate for lay audiences are additional assets.
Please submit the following materials with your application:
1) a letter of interest, outlining how their previous educational, research and employment experience would complement CAnD3,
2) a C.V., and
3) contact information for two referees.
We encourage candidates to submit applications as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Inquiries should be directed to CAnD3 Director Dr. Amélie Quesnel-Vallée. Please include “CAnD3 postdoctoral Researcher application” in the email subject heading. Email: cand3@mcgill.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Minimum Education and Experience:
PhD
Annual Salary:
$40,000.00 - $60,000.00
Hours per Week:
35 (Full time)
Position End Date (If applicable):
08/31/2023
Deadline to Apply:
05/01/2022
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).
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 or 514-398-3711.
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