Research Assistant 2

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Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

Position Summary:

• Analyze and interpret seasonal forecast data and disseminate the seasonal forecasts on a web platform.•
• Recommend and implement improvements of the multiple regression and machine learning seasonal forecast model
• Lead the seasonal forecasting model research project independently and report to collaborators and stakeholders every four weeks

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in python, linux, GitHub and web development (not mandatory)
• Experience in Mathematical modelling
• Research design and execution
• Scientific writing and communication
• Statistical data analysis

Experience and Education:

Education:

• Master's degree in ocean science, physics, engineering, computer science or related field

Experience:

• Conducted independent research projects
• Published papers in peer-reviewed   journals
• Presented findings at conferences
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams

*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 3 on a scale of 0-4.

Hourly Salary:

$35.67

Hours per Week:

15 (Part time)

Location:

Burnside Hall

Supervisor:

Professor

Position Start Date:

2024-12-02

Position End Date:

2025-12-31

Deadline to Apply:

2024-11-29

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

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