Fermé
Date Posted: 06/24/2024
Req ID: 38217
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Dept of Mechanical & Industrial Eng
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
The Montague group in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE) is looking to fill a Research Associate (1-Year Term) - 50% FTE position immediately. The group carries out research in the area of automation and healthcare. The Research Associate will work directly under the supervision of Dr. Enid Montague of the MIE Department on a project of automation of primary care services and work. The duties will include: developing and executing research vision with PI to achieve research goals, directing junior lab members, designing and setting up community based participatory research studies, carrying out design sessions, analyzing results, preparing reports and presentations for partners, interacting with industrial and academic partners, developing research proposals and funding applications, and authoring scientific publications and conference talks. The Research Associate is expected to publish both at conferences and in journals.
Qualifications
Education
- Doctoral (Ph.D., Sc.D.) degree, with a focus on human factors or community based participatory design or an acceptable combination of relevant education and experience.
Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an academic setting, working directly in the supervision of undergraduate/graduate students, and/or directing research projects. Of this experience, at least two (2) years must be at a publicly funded university and/or research institute.
Skills
- Expert-level knowledge of human centered design.
Other
- Well-developed interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.
Note: Travel may be required during work hours. This is a part-time position at 50% FTE for a 1 year term.
Closing Date: 07/05/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Research Associate
Appointment Type: Grant - Term
Schedule: Part-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 -- Research Associates (Limited Term), pro-rated to 50% FTE: $25,771.50 - $48,321.50
Job Category: Engineering / Technical
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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