Research Interviewer (Research Institute) - #187696

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

Department / Research Program: Neuroepidemiology Research Unit / BRaIN Program

The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) is a national study of adult development and aging that has been in the field since 2011 and has recruited more than 50,000 individuals across Canada. Information is being collected through in person interviews, telephone interviews, and physical assessments. For more information on the CLSA: www.clsa-elcv.ca

The Montreal CLSA Data Collection Site (DCS) is located at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre. Now in its fifth wave of data collection, the Montreal CLSA DCS is recruiting an interviewer to conduct in-person interviews in the homes of CLSA participants who are now between the ages of 57 and 97.

General Duties

• Make phone calls to schedule interviews with study participants,
• Travel to participants’ homes to conduct interviews using a computer-assisted interview system (the territory includes the island of Montreal, Laval, the South Shore, and a few participants on the North Shore),
• Conduct in-person interviews to collect information on health and well-being through questionnaires,
• Export completed interviews via the internet,
• Deliver wearable technology (e.g. Smartwatch) to participants and explain their use,
• Training will be provided on all aspects of the work.
  
  

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: High School Education

Field of Study: Sociology, psychology or associated disciplines.

Other education considered an asset for this position: Research training that includes original data collection

Work Experience: Experience working with the public (essential), experience conducting interviews (an asset)

Professional Membership: ☐ Yes ☒ No

Required Skills

• Fluent in spoken French and English (ESSENTIAL),
• Access to use of a car (ESSENTIAL),
• Own a cell phone (ESSENTIAL),
• Flexible schedule to be able to offer appointments to participants during the day, evenings, and on weekends,
• Excellent time management skills,
• Customer service focused,
• Good communication skills and positive attitude,
• Highest standards of professionalism and respect for confidentiality,
• Strong sense of organization, attention to detail, and ability to multitask,
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
  
  

Additional information

Status : Temporary Occasional

Pay Scale: Commensurate with education & work experience. The annual salary range for an equivalent full time position is $29,374.80 - $48,102.60.

***The payment is per completed interview (payment includes travel time and any associated travel costs)***

Work Shift: Variable Schedule

Flexible schedule (according to the availability of participants) – day, evening, weekend

Work Site: 2155 Guy Street

Required to come on site once per two weeks to collect wearable technology for delivery to participants.

***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one PDF document. ***

Why work with us?

• 3 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 1 personal day,
• RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan),
• Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary,
• 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.
  
  

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [email protected]