Researcher, Immigrant integration, Institute for Research on Immigration and Society (IRMS), Concordia University 

28 to 35 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday, during office hours  

Hourly rate: $29.55 to $51.15, plus benefits 

Start date: September 1, 2024, negotiable 

Fixed-term unionized position: 3 years, subject to satisfactory performance. Possible extension beyond this period, based on availability of funds  

Application deadline: August 1, 2024 

DESCRIPTION AND CONTEXT 

The researcher will work under the direction of Mireille Paquet (Department of Political Science and Institute for Research on Immigration and Society) and contribute to several projects as part of the  Canada First Research Excellence Fund : Migrant Integration in the Mid-21st Century: Bridging Divides 

The research themes associated with this position focus on: the emerging challenges facing immigrant serving organizations; the evolution of technological tools immigrant integration services delivery as well as new settlement and immigrant integration needs.  

Researchers with experience in qualitative field research and those with experience in mixed-method research are particularly welcome to apply. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Conduct literature reviews (research, synthesis and writing). 
• Contribute to the development of research plans (design, pre-testing, validation, etc.). 
• Prepare ethics applications and ensure protocols application at all stages of research. 
• Contribute, with the team, to the supervision of research assistants linked to the project. 
• Participate in collecting primary qualitative and quantitative data and in the preparation, cleaning and transformation of data. 
• Under the research team's guidance, carry out qualitative or quantitative data analysis using various techniques. 
• Write reports and prepare presentations on research findings. 
• Contribute, with the research team, to research-related knowledge transfer and mobilization activities. 
• Support the research team in the preparation of funding applications and other related documents. 

The above list of responsibilities is summary and indicative.   

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• PhD in the social sciences (those in the process of obtaining their degree may apply) or or Masters’ degree with demonstrated experience in a similar position. 
• Training or research experience related to immigration and immigrant integration issues. 
• Documented experience of using qualitative methods in empirical research contexts. 
• Oral and written bilingualism (French and English), with strong writing skills. 
  As the position is based in Montreal, applicants must be legally authorized to work in Quebec.  

Will be considered an asset 

• Professional experience in a research environment. 
• Experience working in a team. 
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and on several projects in parallel. 
• Autonomy and maturity. 
• Experience with autonomous training and of professional development focused on learning new research methods. 

Salary and benefits  

• Salary will be determined according to job-related training and experience.  
• Salary range will be determined based on the AERC/CARE collective agreement. 
• The position includes a benefits package (health and dental plan, life insurance and sick leave, pension plan and long-term disability plan). 

For candidates with a PhD, the position comes with the possibility of an affiliation with the University, enabling them to apply for funding as a principal investigator. 

The position is subject to all conditions outlined in the CARE collective agreement: https://www.concordia.ca/hr/dept/employee-labour-relations/labour-agreements-collective-bargaining/care-ra.html 

Starting date  

September  1st, 2024 

How to apply? 

Submit the following documents to Isabelle Bouvier (Administrative Director, IRMS) specifying the job title (" Researcher, Immigrant integration") :

• A  cover letter, highlighting the candidate's skills in relation to the position 
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae 

Deadlines and recruitment process 

We will begin reviewing applications on August 1, 2024, and the position will remain open until filled. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and may be tested on the job requirements.  

Professional references will be required. 

Only those shortlisted will be contacted. 

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Isabelle Bouvier, IRMS Administrative Director.

Employment Equity 
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life. 
 
Accessibility 
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact us, in confidence.

Territorial Acknowledgement 
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.