Office Assistant – Labour Law & Development Research Lab

About the role

The Faculty of Law at McGill University is seeking an Office Assistant to support the Labour Law and Development Research Laboratory. This position provides essential administrative backing to ensure smooth daily operations and effective coordination of the lab’s activities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide clerical assistance, including managing Professor Blackett’s calendar and handling correspondence.
• Organize and coordinate appointments, meetings, and events for the laboratory.
• Maintain and organize files, documents, and office supplies; perform data entry and update records.
• Support document formatting and preparation.
• Serve as the primary administrative point of contact for laboratory members and assist with various ad‑hoc tasks.

Required profile

• Strong organizational abilities with capacity to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and French.
• Attention to detail for accurate data entry and document preparation.
• Problem‑solving mindset to address office‑related issues efficiently.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

What we offer

• Part‑time schedule: 25 hours/week for six weeks in July‑August 2026, then 7 hours/week during Fall 2026 and Winter 2027.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic academic research environment.