Research Assistant (Performance Science Hub)

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Position Summary:

The Graduate Research Assistant will help with the organizational and promotional activities for the Applied Performance Science Hub, assisting with activities such as grant applications, LEAP Campaign and small research projects. They will work closely with the Applied Performance Science team as well as with other teams and departments as required. They will manage digital and social media platforms related to the Applied Performance Science Hub.

Main Duties:

To assist the team with the planning of the LEAP campaign, including organizing schedules, materials and assisting the team with the communication of the initiative.

To assist the team with grant applications, including identifying important internal and external deadlines, collating relevant documents and information, and assist with grant writing.  

To assist the team with activities related to promotion of the APS HUB’s activities, including preparing materials for the webpage and social media.

To engage with identified professional development or additional training as relevant to the activities of the Hub.

Qualifications:

Excellent knowledge of music and music materials, preferably with some formal training at a graduate level.

Excellent written communication skills, at a graduate level.

Great verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Good decision-making skills.

Demonstrated experience providing support for various research-related and administrative activities and dealing with confidential information.

Organized with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to receive and relay information with accuracy, work autonomously and as part of a team.

Knowledge of the McGill University student resources and the Schulich School of Music undergraduate and graduate programs is an asset.

Demonstrated ease and flexibility with technological applications with a proven ability to work using MS Word, Excel, Outlook and social media platforms. Experience in the production of posters and promotional material an asset. English and French, spoken and written.

 

Preference given to a currently registered student in the SSoM.

Hourly Salary:

$25.00

Hours per Week:

7 (Part time)

Location:

Strathcona Music

Supervisor:

Professor

Position Start Date:

2023-05-01

Position End Date:

2023-10-31

Deadline to Apply:

2023-04-15

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] .