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Requires a LLM degree and demonstrated knowledge of air and space law.
The research assistant will participate in a SSRHC funded research project on Advanced Air Mobility and should have knowledge of the topic. The work will include drafting research reports and slides, preparing documents for publications, interfacing with internal and external subject matter experts, and assisting with IASL events related to this project as needed.
Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is desirable. _____________________________________________________
Nécessite une maîtrise en droit (LL.M.) ainsi qu’une connaissance démontrée du droit aérien et spatial.
La personne titulaire du poste d’assistant(e) de recherche participera à un projet de recherche financé par le CRSH portant sur la mobilité aérienne avancée et devra posséder des connaissances dans ce domaine. Le travail comprendra notamment la rédaction de rapports de recherche et de présentations, la préparation de documents destinés à la publication, les échanges avec des experts internes et externes dans le domaine, ainsi que le soutien aux événements de l’Institut de droit aérien et spatial liés à ce projet, au besoin.
La maîtrise de l’anglais est requise; la connaissance du français constitue un atout.
McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage 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 engage productively with diverse communities.
At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.
McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.
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All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.