Research Assistant

at  Western University

London, ON, Canada -

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Immediate25 Nov, 2024Not Specified29 Aug, 20241 year(s) or aboveRegulations,Research,Research Design,Experimental Design,Communication Skills,Computer SkillsNoNo
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Description:

ABOUT WESTERN

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the “Western Experience” - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

ABOUT US

The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University is dedicated to the expert application and teaching of epidemiological and health services research methods, and to the discovery of new research to improve population health.

Education:

  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant area of focu

Experience:

  • 1 year of work experience supporting research in a related technical fiel

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

  • Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
  • Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
  • Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
  • Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
  • Familiarity with regulations and guidelines governing research
  • Familiarity with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
  • Familiarity with experimental design and analysis
  • Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
  • Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
  • Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document technical informatio

Responsibilities:

The Research Assistant will support the research activities for qualitative and quantitative projects in adherence with ethics protocols and guidelines. The incumbent will handle the day-to-day research duties required for the operation of the laboratory or research centre, and may be a liaison between the research team and study participants. The incumbent will assist in the dissemination of research results arising from these projects, and perform qualitative and quantitative data collection, entry and processing. The Research Assistant may also assist with the preparation of any required documents, coordinate travel, and organize meetings for the research team.
Qualifications

Education:

  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant area of focus

Experience:

  • 1 year of work experience supporting research in a related technical field

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

  • Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
  • Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
  • Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
  • Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
  • Familiarity with regulations and guidelines governing research
  • Familiarity with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
  • Familiarity with experimental design and analysis
  • Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
  • Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
  • Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document technical information


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:1.0Max:6.0 year(s)

Education Management

Pharma / Biotech / Healthcare / Medical / R&D

Education

Graduate

A relevant area of focus

Proficient

1

London, ON, Canada