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Department of Biology (Professor Jon Sakata)
Position Summary:
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Participates in the execution of projects and experiments, including behavioral experiments.
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Participates in small animal handling and husbandry.
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Assists with the maintenance of information about breeding colony and bird health.
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Assists in recording results, performing calculations and compiling and analyzing data.
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Assists with the demonstration techniques or the operation of equipment, software.
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Contributes to equipment maintenance, minor repairs, and arranging for servicing.
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Participates in maintaining cleanliness and safety in the work area.
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Ensures compliance with safety regulations in the use of equipment by monitoring operations, conducting regular inspections, and promoting adherence to established safety protocols.
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Assists in ensuring equipment is used in compliance with safety regulations and organizational protocols.
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Ensures proper storage, handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
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Assists in the maintenance and inventory, and with the purchasing of equipment and materials.
Qualifications:
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Attention to detail.
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Proficiency with Python and other programming languages.
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Available on weekends
Education/Experience:
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Experience working with animals.
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At least 1 year working with live animals.
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Degree in biology, neuroscience, or related field.
Location: This position is located in Montreal, Quebec and the work for this position is expected to be performed in Quebec.
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) qualifier on a scale of 0-4.
$29.87
20 (Part time)
Stewart Biology Bldg
Professor
2025-08-07
2026-08-26
2025-08-29
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
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