Research Associate

Job title:

Research Associate

Company

McGill University

Job description

Please refer to the job aid for instructions on how to apply.If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).Department of Mathematics & StatistcsPosition Summary:Conduct research on the Gaussian Product Inequality (GPI) conjecture and density smoothing techniques on the cone of positive definite matricesValidate theoretical findings through simulations in RWrite research papers using LaTeX to present the resultsSubmit papers to relevant academic journalsRevise papers based on feedback from peer reviewsQualifications:PhD in mathematics or statisticsSpecialized knowledge in matrix analysisSpecialized knowledge in programmingLocation: 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 on a scale of 0-4.Hourly Salary: $32.60Hours per Week: 16 (Part time)Location: Burnside HallSupervisor: ProfessorPosition Start Date: 2024-10-25Position End Date: 2025-07-01Deadline to Apply: 2024-11-04This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.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, .

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Location

Canada

Job date

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 03:37:42 GMT

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