Research Assistant - Family Medicine

at  University of Alberta

Department Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Family Medicine Dept
Hourly rate $26.33 to $35.55
Hours per week 20-30
Grade 7
Posted date
Closing date February 6, 2025
Position Type Part Time - Trust Funded

WORKING FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY MEDICINE

The University of Alberta Department of Family Medicine is a top school for Family Medicine in Canada. As a department we are responsible for educational innovations and research that have been adopted across Canada and internationally. We are innovative and creative thinkers, producing high-quality work. We are a learning organization, constantly seeking to improve how we do what we do for our learners, patients, and communities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in the health sciences or related disciplines
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and project details simultaneously
• Experience writing manuscripts and grant proposals
• Strong verbal and communication skills
• Adapt quickly to changing research conditions, deadlines, and priorities
• Proficiency with various technologies, including data management software, database search engines, online communication tools, spreadsheets, and databases

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in the health sciences or related disciplines
• Experience and knowledge in conducting clinical trials
• Experience with the research policies and procedures at the University of Alberta, including the roles of the Research Services Office (RSO) and Research Ethics Board (REB)
  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 6, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time

• Responsible for coordination of multiple studies, maintaining communication with various stakeholders and ensuring timelines and targets are met
• Aid with the design of studies, including conducting literature reviews and environmental scans
• Help develop project material including documents, questionnaires, packages
• Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications
• Complete reports for ethics, approval boards, funding agencies, and other stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with department members, including faculty, research staff, administrative staff, residents and students