Research Assistant – Indigenous Food Systems

About the role

The Centre for Indigenous Peoples’ Nutrition and Environment (CINE) at McGill University is seeking a Research Assistant to lead the writing of a report on the resilience of Indigenous peoples’ traditional food systems in Canada and Mexico. This part‑time position will support the project from October 2026 to January 2027, working closely with the project lead and an associate professor.

Key responsibilities

• Develop search strategies and review protocols for literature and grey literature.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and synthesize findings.
• Analyze qualitative or mixed‑method data and ensure compliance with the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) guidelines.
• Draft, edit, and finalize the research report as the lead writer.
• Collaborate with the research team to meet project timelines.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., environmental studies, nutrition, anthropology).
• Demonstrated experience conducting literature reviews and data synthesis.
• Strong written English communication; Spanish is an asset.
• Interest in Indigenous food systems and environmental resilience.
• Familiarity with qualitative or mixed‑methods research approaches.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a part‑time setting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hourly salary of $34.65 (CAD).
• Part‑time schedule (14 hours per week).
• Fixed‑term contract from September 2026 to January 2027.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful research on Indigenous food system resilience.