Research associate
This position is subject to all conditions outlined in the CARE collective agreement.
The Concordia Applied AI Institute (AI2) is a multi-disciplinary applied research unit representing more than 120 faculty members and their graduate students from the 4 Concordia University faculties. AI2 is a values-driven institute, committed to engaged leadership, caring for AI’s community and consequences, and responsive to public interest. We support AI that improves, rather than maintains, the status quo. Through workshops, panel discussions, publications, and other avenues, we facilitate meaningful engagement with issues related to AI governance and adoption.
Posting details
Posting Period: August 13, 2026 – August 25, 2026
Application deadline: August 25, 2026 at 23h59
Anticipated Start and End Date: August 26, 2026, to July 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $39.70 CAD
Hours per week: 35
Remote Work Possible: Hybrid
P. I or Immediate supervisor:
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Ryan O’Neil
- Assistant Professor, Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering
Research areas: Intelligent maintenance; Mission-abort policy optimization; Data-driven prognostic models for predictive maintenance; Reliability engineering; System resilience
Qualities we admire
- Respond well to feedback
- Being comfortable with self-directed learning
- Problem-solving
- Growth mind-set
- Prioritize team over individual success
- Being organized
Profile description
If you’re excited about the role and are committed to learning with and from your team members, aren’t afraid of constructive criticism, please apply! We’re more interested in finding someone who’s a great fit for our team than just checking off a list of qualifications.
Review of Machine Learning and Optimalization algorithms for personnel scheduling
Design and implementation of personnel scheduling algorithms.
Supervising/mentoring PhD students, and other junior research personnel.
Working closely with the Principal Investigator for knowledge mobilization activities, and preparing grant applications, and publications.
Working in collaboration with UKG personnel for ensuring project milestones are met.
Other research tasks as outlined by Principal Investigator.
Qualifications/skills required:
- PhD, or equivalent terminal degree in Industrial Engineering/Operations Research/Mathematics.
- Prior experience working with UKG is considered a strong asset.
Testing required
The language skills of qualified candidates may be tested.
Territorial acknowledgment
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.
Employment equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications.
Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, ryan.oneil@concordia.ca.
Immigration status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.
This position is subject to all conditions outlined in the CARE collective agreement.
How to apply
Please send your CV to ryan.oneil@concordia.ca by the posting end date of August 25, 2026.
Accommodations are available to support your success at the interview stage. Please let us know how we can mitigate barriers that would prevent you from fully participating by contacting ryan.oneil@concordia.ca. Your request will be held in confidence.