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Researcher Assistant Jobs in Quebec (NOW HIRING)

The Executive Assistant provides high-level, quality support to our external facing team of ... Work closely and effectively with consultant and research stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met ...

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development ... Job Overview As a Research Scientist for our Immunogenicity team at the Senneville location, you ...

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Hold virtual office hours; * Assist students with course material and assessments or exercises ... McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are ...

Hold virtual office hours; * Assist students with course material and assessments or exercises ... McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are ...

Consult and communicate with course lecturer; * Assist students learning; * Effectively communicate ... McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are ...

Consult and communicate with course lecturer; * Assist students learning; * Effectively communicate ... McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are ...

Provide backup support to other administrative or research support staff within area of responsibility during absences or high workload periods. * Assist in special projects or administrative ...

Provide backup support to other administrative or research support staff within area of responsibility during absences or high workload periods. * Assist in special projects or administrative ...

Organize documents, assets, spreadsheets, and internal systems * Assist with presentations, research, and administrative projects * Provide day-to-day operational and personal administrative support ...

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Researcher Assistant information

What is a researcher assistant?

Researcher Assistants are professionals who support scientists, scholars, or other researchers in conducting studies and experiments. Their tasks often include collecting and analyzing data, preparing materials, conducting literature reviews, and maintaining laboratory equipment or records. Researcher Assistants play a crucial role in ensuring that research projects run smoothly and efficiently. They may work in academic, scientific, technical, or medical settings, and often gain valuable experience that can lead to further career advancement in research or academia.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a researcher assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Researcher Assistant, you need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a relevant academic background, often in the field of research. Familiarity with data analysis software (such as SPSS or Excel), online research databases, and sometimes laboratory equipment is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively help someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure accurate data collection, efficient project support, and meaningful contributions to research outcomes.

What are some typical challenges researcher assistants face when balancing multiple projects, and how are these usually managed within research teams?

Researcher Assistants often juggle several projects with overlapping deadlines and priorities. This can be challenging, especially when coordinating data collection, literature reviews, and reporting tasks simultaneously. Most research teams address this by holding regular check-ins, using project management tools, and setting clear expectations about deliverables. Developing strong organizational skills and proactive communication with supervisors and team members are key strategies to manage workload effectively.

What is the difference between Researcher Assistant vs Research Associate?

AspectResearcher AssistantResearch Associate
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree or ongoing education in a related fieldUsually a master's degree or higher in a relevant discipline
Work EnvironmentSupportive research settings, labs, or academic institutionsIndependent research projects, often with more responsibility
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, government agenciesUniversities, research organizations, private sector R&D
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level research rolesCompared for more advanced research positions

The main difference between a Researcher Assistant and a Research Associate lies in their experience, education, and responsibilities. Researcher Assistants typically hold a bachelor's degree and support research activities, while Research Associates usually have higher qualifications and take on more independent research tasks. Both roles are common in academic and research settings, but they differ in scope and level of responsibility.

How much does a research assistant get paid?

Research assistants typically earn an hourly wage or a stipend, with pay rates varying by industry, experience, and location. In the United States, the average hourly pay ranges from $12 to $20, and some positions may include benefits or academic credit, especially for graduate students or in research-intensive environments.

Is it hard to get a job as a research assistant?

Securing a research assistant position can be competitive and often requires relevant academic background, strong organizational skills, and sometimes prior research experience. Candidates who demonstrate proficiency with research tools and methods, such as data analysis or laboratory techniques, tend to have better chances of obtaining the role.

What qualifications do I need to be a research assistant?

Research assistants typically need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as science, social science, or engineering. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with research tools or software are also important; some positions may require specific technical skills or experience with data analysis. Advanced degrees are often preferred for higher-level research roles.

What are the most commonly searched types of Researcher jobs in Quebec?

The most popular types of Researcher jobs in Quebec are:

What cities in Quebec are hiring for Researcher Assistant jobs?

Cities in Quebec with the most Researcher Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Researcher Assistant job openings in Quebec as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Executive Assistant

Egon Zehnder

Montreal, QC โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

The Executive Assistant provides high-level, quality support to our external facing team of Consultants, primarily in North America. This role provides administrative assistance in all aspects of our engagements which requires comfort with ever-changing tasks. The right candidate must possess a high level of flexibility and reliability, as well as the ability to organize and prioritize tasks according to strict deadlines- these skills are critical to the role. The successful candidate will also be able to multi-task on many levels and relish the variety and unpredictability of juggling multiple tasks and changing priorities.

What You'll Do

  • Arrange all scheduling, including but not limited to, candidate meetings and interviews, client meetings and interviews, business development meetings, assignment related meetings, internal meetings, video conferencing, etc.
  • Manage complex calendars and prioritize meetings/calls as needed.
  • Arrange and coordinate complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas for both consultants and candidates. Compile documents for travel-related meetings.
  • Process expense reimbursements for consultants and candidates.
  • Prioritize conflicting needs; handle matters expeditiously, proactively, and follow-through on time-sensitive projects to successful completion.
  • Provide a bridge for smooth communication between the consultant and external/internal team members.
  • Produce high quality client and candidate deliverables, ensuring completion within designated timeframes. Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach.
  • Compose, prepare, and edit confidential correspondence.
  • Work closely and effectively with consultant and research stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met and client needs are served.
  • Perform additional administrative support activities, including but not limited to, fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, event planning, and other ad-hoc projects as requested.
  • Assist accounting department with billing, client invoicing, and receivables.
  • Build positive relationships and interface regularly with high-level executives involved in highly confidential projects.

Administrative Support

Database Management

  • Ensure that global database is up-to-date and accurate; including but not limited to all client/internal documents, client/candidate information, notes, emails, and appointments.
  • Diary booking management: phone calls/in-person meetings, interviews, and presentations.
  • Record entry and record updating.
  • Upload documents/content to Person Records, Assignment/Project Records, Event Records.
  • Generate various Client and Candidate documents.
  • Manage Candidate education verification.

Travel and Expenses

  • Utilize global travel tool to book complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas for both the Consultant and Candidate.
  • Assist with compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
  • Manage expense reports for assigned Consultants from start to submission.
  • Assist with Candidate reimbursement.

Ad-hoc Administrative Assistance

  • Printing/Binding
  • Administrative support for various virtual and/or in-person events (holiday parties, staff offsites, client events, business development events, etc.)
  • Other administrative projects assigned by the Executive Assistant(s)

About Egon Zehnder

Egon Zehnder is the world's preeminent leadership advisory firm, inspiring leaders to navigate complex questions with human answers. We help organizations get to the heart of their leadership challenges and offer honest feedback and insights to help leaders realize their true being and purpose.

We are built on a foundation that supports partnership in the truest sense of the word and aligns our interests with the interests of our clients. Our 560 consultants across 64 offices and 36 countries are former industry and functional leaders who collaborate seamlessly across geographies, industries and functions to deliver the full power of the Firm to every client, every time.

We partner closely with public and private corporations, family-owned enterprises, and non-profit and government agencies to provide executive search, leadership solutions, CEO search and succession, and board advisory.

We believe that together we can transform people, organizations and the world through leadership.

Due to high volume, we will only be contacting applicants who meet all of the minimum requirements listed in the job description. Only those applicants who align most closely with our minimum and preferred qualifications will be contacted for an interview. The Recruiting team at Egon Zehnder will retain your application materials and may contact you regarding future opportunities.

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L'adjoint(e) de direction apporte un soutien de haut niveau et de qualite a notre equipe de consultants, orientee vers la clientele externe, principalement en Amerique du Nord. Ce poste consiste a fournir une assistance administrative dans tous les aspects de nos mandats, ce qui exige une grande aisance face a des taches en constante evolution. Le candidat ideal doit faire preuve d'une grande flexibilite et d'une grande fiabilite, ainsi que d'une capacite a organiser et a hierarchiser les taches en respectant des echeances strictes; ces competences sont essentielles pour ce poste. La personne retenue devra egalement etre capable d'effectuer plusieurs taches simultanement a differents niveaux et apprecier la variete et l'imprevisibilite liees a la gestion de multiples taches et a l'evolution des priorites.

Vos responsabilites

Role de l'adjoint de direction

  • Organiser tous les horaires, y compris, sans s'y limiter, ceux des reunions et des entrevues avec les candidats, des rencontres et des entrevues avec les clients, des reunions de prospection de clientele, des reunions liees a des affectations, des reunions internes, des videoconferences, etc.
  • Gerer des calendriers complexes et etablir l'ordre de priorite des reunions et des appels, au besoin.
  • Organiser des plans de voyage, des itineraires et des ordres du jour complexes et detailles pour les consultants et les candidats. Compiler les documents pour les reunions liees aux voyages.
  • Traiter le remboursement des depenses des consultants et des candidats.
  • Etablir l'ordre de priorite de besoins inconciliables, traiter les questions rapidement et de facon proactive, et mener a bien les projets urgents.
  • Assurer une communication harmonieuse entre l'expert-conseil et les membres de l'equipe externe et interne.
  • Produire des livrables de grande qualite pour les clients et les candidats, en veillant a ce qu'ils soient acheves dans les delais prescrits. Executer avec succes les aspects essentiels des livrables en adoptant une approche pratique.
  • Rediger, preparer et reviser la correspondance confidentielle.
  • Travailler en etroite collaboration avec les experts-conseils et les intervenants en recherche pour s'assurer que les echeances sont respectees et que les besoins des clients sont satisfaits.
  • Effectuer d'autres activites de soutien administratif, y compris, sans s'y limiter, repondre aux appels telephoniques, accueillir et diriger les visiteurs, planifier des evenements et d'autres projets ponctuels, au besoin.
  • Soutenir le service de la comptabilite dans la facturation, la facturation client et les comptes clients.
  • Etablir des relations positives et interagir regulierement avec les hauts dirigeants participant a des projets hautement confidentiels.

Soutien administratif

Gestion des bases de donnees

  • Tenir la base de donnees mondiale a jour, y compris, sans s'y limiter, tous les documents internes et ceux des clients, les renseignements sur les clients et les candidats, les notes, les courriels et les rendez-vous.
  • Gestion des reservations dans l'agendaย : appels telephoniques, reunions en personne, entrevues et presentations.
  • Enregistrer et mettre a jour les entrees.
  • Televerser des documents et du contenu dans les dossiers des personnes, les dossiers d'affectations ou de projets et les dossiers des evenements.
  • Generer divers documents pour les clients et les candidats.
  • Gerer la verification du parcours d'etudes des candidats.

Deplacements et depenses

  • Utiliser l'outil de voyage mondial pour reserver des plans, des itineraires et des ordres du jour complexes et detailles pour les consultants et les candidats.
  • Aider a la compilation des documents pour les reunions liees aux deplacements.
  • Gerer les notes de frais des consultants designes, du debut du processus a la soumission.
  • Assurer une aide pour le remboursement des candidats.

Aide administrative ponctuelle

  • Impression/reliure
  • Soutien administratif pour divers evenements virtuels ou en personne (fetes de fin d'annee, evenements hors site pour le personnel, evenements clients, evenements de prospection de clientele, etc.).
  • Autres projets administratifs assignes par les adjoints de direction.

A propos d'Egonย Zehnder

Egonย Zehnder est le plus important cabinet-conseil en leadership au monde, inspirant les dirigeants d'entreprise a resoudre des questions complexes avec des reponses humaines. Nous aidons les organisations a prendre le dessus sur leurs defis de leadership et leur offrons des commentaires et des idees honnetes pour amener les dirigeants a realiser leur plein potentiel tout en ciblant leurs objectifs.

Nous nous appuyons sur une base qui soutient le partenariat au sens le plus pur et qui harmonise nos interets avec ceux de nos clients. Nos 560ย consultants repartis dans 64ย bureaux et 36ย pays sont d'anciens dirigeants fonctionnels et sectoriels qui collaborent de facon transparente dans une multitude de regions, de secteurs d'activite et de fonctions afin de toujours offrir la pleine valeur de l'entreprise a chaque client.

Nous collaborons etroitement avec des societes publiques et privees, des entreprises familiales et des organismes sans but lucratif et gouvernementaux pour offrir des solutions de direction ainsi que des services de recrutement de cadres, de recrutement et de releve de chefs de la direction, de consultation pour les conseils d'administration et de diversite, d'equite et d'inclusion.

Nous croyons qu'ensemble, nous pouvons faconner un leadership qui transformera les gens, les entreprises et le monde.

En raison du volume eleve de candidatures, nous communiquerons uniquement avec les candidats qui satisfont a toutes les exigences minimales enumerees dans la description de poste. Seuls les candidats qui correspondent le plus aux qualifications minimales et privilegiees seront convoques pour une entrevue. L'equipe de recrutement d'Egonย Zehnder conservera vos documents de candidature et pourrait communiquer avec vous au sujet de possibilites futures.