Research Assistant

Queen's University; Kingston; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen's University is seeking a Research Assistant for the Respiratory Investigation Unit. The role involves participant recruitment, conducting pulmonary function tests, and supporting research projects. Candidates should have a BSc in life sciences, relevant experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in pulmonary function testing or cardiopulmonary exercise testing is an asset.
• Knowledge of research portals and administrative platforms at Queen's University is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contact and schedule research participants, follow-up via phone/email/mail.
• Assist in conducting research, including data collection, equipment setup, calibration, and cleanup.
• Perform administrative duties such as scheduling, documentation, and participant support.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Organizational

Attention to Detail

Education

BSc in life sciences or related field

Graduate training or certifications in exercise physiology, nursing, respiratory therapy, kinesiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Position Overview

Reporting to the Principal Investigators (PIs), the Research Assistant will support research projects within the Respiratory Investigation Unit and the Integrative Cardiopulmonary Physiology Laboratory at Queen’s University. Responsibilities include participant recruitment, enrollment, scheduling, follow-up, conducting pulmonary function and exercise tests ethically and safely, assisting with ethics submissions, data organization, administrative tasks, and supporting manuscript and grant preparations.

Key Responsibilities

• Contact and schedule research participants, follow-up via phone/email/mail.
• Consent patients and obtain written informed consent.
• Assist in conducting research, including data collection, equipment setup, calibration, and cleanup.
• Coordinate research students and assist with related administrative tasks.
• Support ethics submissions and assist with budgeting and financial transactions.
• Maintain and refine databases and assist with website and social media outreach.
• Perform administrative duties such as scheduling, documentation, and participant support.
• Install and learn new software as required.
• Assist with biological sample preparation and storage as needed.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• BSc in life sciences or related field, with relevant experience in clinical research preferred.
• Graduate training or certifications in exercise physiology, nursing, respiratory therapy, kinesiology, etc., are assets.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in pulmonary function testing, cardiopulmonary exercise testing, or related tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of research portals and administrative platforms at Queen’s University is preferred.

Skills:

• Respect for diversity and promotion of inclusion.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, adapt to change, and maintain attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new software.

Decision-Making

• Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Assist in document and report generation, and determine participant eligibility.
• Respond to inquiries professionally and redirect complex issues to the PI when necessary.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply by the specified deadlines at the following locations:

• KEYS Gananoque, 375 William St. South, Gananoque — May 8, 2025
• KEYS Employment & Newcomer Services, 182 Sydenham Street, Kingston — May 8, 2025
• KOA Holiday Campground, Ivy Lea — May 21, 2025
• Brown Hospitality Corporation, Gananoque — May 20, 2025
• Royal Military College Recreation Dept., 11 Navy Way, Kingston — May 20, 2025
• Kingston Pickleball Club, 1150 Gardiners Rd, Unit 1A, Kingston — May 20, 2025
• Graydon’s Restaurant, The Woodview Inn, Gananoque — May 16, 2025
• 21 Electronic Warfare Regiment, 9 Moro St, Kingston — May 16, 2025
• Brown Hospitality Corporation, Gananoque — May 15, 2025

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