University of Alberta
Job title:
Research Assistant
Company
University of Alberta
Job description
DescriptionThis competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).This position has a term length of 8 months from the date of hire.Location – This role is in-person at North Campus, Edmonton and Rheumatology clinics.Working at the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .Working for the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry – Department of MedicineThe Department of Medicine is the largest department in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta with over 250 academic faculty members and over 400 trainees (graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and residents). The Department of Medicine’s core mission is to undertake outstanding education, research and high-quality clinical care to provide the best possible health outcomes for Albertans. We have 14 divisions that work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary, multicultural and ethnically diverse collegial environment.Position SummaryThis role entails recruiting patients from various rheumatology clinics around the city for research projects pertaining to the application of artificial intelligence in musculoskeletal diseases. You will be working with a team of rheumatologists, research coordinators, graduate students and summer students.Duties
- The Research Assistant will be responsible for maintaining communication with multiple rheumatology clinics to coordinate and schedule study-related appointments, including patient screenings, assessments, and follow-up visits.
- Providing potential study participants with comprehensive information about the research, including the study’s purpose, procedures, risks, and benefits
- Responsible for accurately completing and maintaining case report forms (CRFs) for each patient enrolled in the study.
- Support the Principal Investigator (PI) with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes, including the preparation and submission of IRB renewal applications and amendments to the study protocol as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as social sciences, health sciences, or a related discipline, is required
- Previous experience working in a research setting
- Have reliable access to transportation and be comfortable travelling within the city
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and project details simultaneously
- Adapt quickly to changing research conditions, deadlines, and priorities
- Experience in recruiting participants for research studies
- Proficiency with various technologies, including data management software, online communication tools, spreadsheets, and databases
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight February 5, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.
Expected salary
$25.04 per hour
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job date
Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:28:59 GMT
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