Research Assistant 1

About Mcgill

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Job Summary

This Part-Time Research Assistant 1 position is based in Prof. Jeremy Cooperstock’s research lab in the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The successful candidate will be working on the NSERC-CRIAQ-funded ADvanced AIRspace Usability (ADAIR) project.

Key Responsibilities

• Support research on pilot information access and decision-making during flight operations by analyzing current cockpit systems and developing a baseline interface that reflects real-world workflows.
• Assist in conducting experimental trials using the X-Plane simulator setup to study pilot performance across varying speed conditions.
• Assist experimental trials by observing Air Traffic Controllers and/or pilots during testing sessions and take notes on their actions and decisions.

Requirements

• B.Sc. required, preferred M.Sc.
• At least two years working on R&D activities involving aviation interface design.

Benefits & Perks

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement. McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community.