Description
Dr. Abhinav Sharma’s group at McGill University is seeking a master's graduate student, preferably with a background
in bioengineering and computer science. The position is available starting from fall 2024. The environment is
exceptional as it brings together a team of clinicians, clinical staff members, scientists, machine learning specialists,
graduate student trainees and industry. The researcher will learn about good clinical research practices and conducts
in the cardiovascular disease space in addition to expertise with digital health and use of digital health tools in medicine.
The project involves evaluating the use of digital health technologies in patients with cardiovascular disease
‘The job consists of conducting research in:
- Conducting the research (writing of protocols, communication with REB, data collection, analysis of results)
- Publishing peer-reviewed publications
- Assist with the writing of competitive grant applications
Position Requirements
- B.Sc. in bioengineering or computer science or health science would be preferred but not required
- Preferably a student located in Quebec but condition not required
- McGill University acceptance for the Masters program in the division of experimental medicine before the
start date.
- Previous research experience is positively viewed but not required.
‘The Lab of Dr. Abhinav Sharma
The research group focuses on two major themes: 1) Cardiovascular outcomes and therapy optimization in patients
with diabetes and heart failure; 2) Use of digital health to streamline follow-up and therapy selection in patients with
heart failure. We aim to develop new tools to leverage novel biomarkers, digital data, and electronic health records to
conduct clinical studies, optimize patient data collection, and enhance knowledge translation.
About the RI-MUHC
About the research institute of the McGill University Health Center (RI-MUHC): The Research Institute of the McGill
University Health Centre (RIMUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research center. Located in
‘Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the
Faculty of Medicine at McGill University.
About McGill University
Based in Montreal, McGill University, founded in 1821 is the one of the leading universities in the world recognized
for the excellence of its teaching programs and research programs. McGill ranked 1* among universities in Canada
according to the Maclean's annual report and 31* in the World according to the QS report that ranked Montreal also
among top 20 most student-friendly cities globally.
Funding: will be discussed with the students directly
How to apply
Please send your CV, up-to-date university transcripts, and a cover letter highlighting your experience and interests to
the following e-mail: abhinav.sharma@megill.ca
