Clinical Research Assistant - Tech 2 (AESES)

Department of Food Science, University of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manitoba is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant - Tech 2 (AESES) in Internal Medicine. This full-time, grant-funded role runs 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, with appointment dates Oct 13, 2026 to Oct 12, 2027.

The candidate will handle IRB submissions, participant recruitment, data entry, and study coordination, requiring 2–4 years of clinical research experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and excellent organization and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• High school completion with job-related options plus two years of directly-related experience.
• Community College course in related discipline with no experience is acceptable.
• Some post-secondary education in life science or health-related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit IRB submissions (initials and amendments).
• Track submission timelines and deadlines; maintain records of approvals.
• Recruit participants and obtain informed consent; conduct study assessments.
• Data entry into study database and maintenance of recruitment logs.
• Coordinate with PI and team; report study progress at weekly meetings.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Instructions follow

Attendance

Education

High school completion + related experience

Post-secondary in life sciences (preferred)

Community college course in related discipline

Job description

Clinical Research Assistant - Tech 2 (AESES)

Clinical Research Assistant - Tech 2 (AESES)

Internal Medicine, Max Rady College of Medicine

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Position number: 08926

Date posted: September 16, 2026

Job details

Clinical Research Assistant - Tech 2 (AESES)

Existing Project Full-Time (Grant Funded)

Full-time: Yes

Permanent: No

Work schedule: 35 Hours/Week Monday - Friday 8:30AM-430PM

Salary: $20.56 to $29.44 per hour ($37,419.20 to $53,580.80 per annum)

Appointment Dates October 13, 2026 to October 12, 2027

420 hours worked

For more information please contact: Michelle Priddle - [e-mail]

Qualifications

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• High school completion with job‑related options plus two years = directly-related experience.

OR

• Completion of a Community College course in a related discipline with no experience.
• Some post secondary education is preferred in life science or health related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous clinical research experience is required, including obtaining informed consent, participant recruitment and data
  management activities.
• 2-4 years of relevant research expierence.
• Previous experience in stroke/neurology is preferred.
• Experience working within a health care research environment preferred.
• Experience with preparing ethics submissions, institutional impact, privacy and data access applications is a strong asset.
• Previous experience in stroke research is a strong asset.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs including Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team-oriented environment is required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills are required.
• Excellent organization and time management skills is required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions is required.
• A satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs including Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team-oriented environment is required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills are required.
• Excellent organization and time management skills is required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions is required.
• A satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

OTHER JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training in TCPS-CORE (research ethics) and signed WRHA PHIA (pledge of confidentiality), UofM PHIA.

Key responsibilities

Preparation and submission to Institutional Review Board (IRB):

• Preparing and submitting multiple RITHIM initial submissions.
• Preparing and submitting RITHIM applications, amendments, and annual approvals.
• Tracking submission timelines and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Maintaining organized records of all submissions and approvals.
• Responding to requests for revisions or clarifications from reviewing committees.

• Preparing and submitting multiple RITHIM initial submissions.
• Preparing and submitting RITHIM applications, amendments, and annual approvals.
• Tracking submission timelines and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Maintaining organized records of all submissions and approvals.
• Responding to requests for revisions or clarifications from reviewing committees.

Study conduct management:

• Recruiting participants into research studies and obtaining informed consent.
• Conducting study assessments which may include the administration of questionnaires.
• Chart review.
• Patient follow-up throughout the course of the study .
• Data entry into the study database. Maintenance of a study recruitment log which will be updated on a weekly basis.
• Assuring proper storage of study documents (electronic or otherwise) to protect participant confidentiality and privacy.

Communication with Principal Investigator and Attendance at Team Meetings:

• The research assistant will report directly to the principal investigator of each study and will be expected to attend weekly team meetings with the PI and other members of the study team to report on study progress, recruitment and to identify any problems or barriers that have risen.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with all team members.

Communication with Health Care Staff in areas where the study is being conducted:

• This will include coordinating with clinical staff in order to organize participant visits and obtain relevant patient information for the research project. This also includes communicating with the principal investigator and research manager to provide weekly updates on study progress.

Additional information

This position is a full time position based on 35 hours per week. Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.