Research Assistant

University of Ottawa Heart Institute; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare research institute in Ottawa is seeking a Research Assistant to support clinical studies. The ideal candidate will manage participant recruitment and conduct follow-up surveys, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a background in health-related disciplines. Flexibility is paramount, as evenings and weekends may be required to accommodate participants. Applications from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a clinical research environment is essential.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a demanding environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of good research and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and responsibilities of the project.
• Contribute to participant recruitment strategy and activities.
• Coordinate participant follow-up assessments.
• Enter participant data and conduct data quality assessment.

Skills

Organization skills

Time-management skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Cold-calling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related discipline

Tools

SPSS

REDCAP

MS Word

Excel

Teams

Job description

Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator

Number of vacancies

2

Unit/Department

Division of Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation

Hours of work

Varied. Up to 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility in work schedule may be required periodically (evenings and/or weekends) to accommodate participant availability for interviews and completion of study-related activities.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Research Manager and working under the direction of the trial’s Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator, the Research Assistant will be responsible primarily for participant recruitment, conducting follow-up surveys with enrolled participants and subsequent data entry, in addition to other study support activities. Most interactions with participants will be completed by telephone however the Research Assistant may be asked to come onsite to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute to perform various tests on enrolled participants. The Research Assistant will be self-motivated, a highly competent individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills, have a good understanding of research and ethical practice, and possess the knowledge and skills needed to work in a clinical research environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day operations and responsibilities of the project in conjunction with the Research Coordinator to ensure completion of project deliverables and outputs.
• Actively contribute to the participant recruitment strategy and activities.
• Regularly meet with study investigators and research staff (online and/or in-person) and maintain ongoing communication with the study team.
• Participant Tracking & Follow-up Assessments
  • Coordinating participant follow-up assessments according to the research protocol
  • Administering follow-up surveys to enrolled trial participants
• Enter participant data and conduct data quality assessment activities using tools including SPSS and REDCAP

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related discipline
• Previous work experience (or equivalent combination of training or experience) in a clinical research environment
• Excellent organization and time-management skills with the ability to multitask
• High level of proficiency with computer software (e.g., MS Word, Excel, Teams)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to make “cold-calls” to potential study participants
• Demonstrated understanding of principles of good research and data collection practices
• Assets include; experience with REDCAP and EPIC, previous work in the field of smoking cessation and/or addictions and ability to speak in French.

Applications from Indigenous persons, members of racialized minorities, persons with disabilities, women, members of the LGBTQ + community, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities are strongly encouraged.

According to government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Ottawa Heart Institute is committed to ensuring barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process relating to any specialty requirements. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require – any information you provide will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The successful candidate will be required, prior to the start of employment, to complete mandatory organizational training available online, and provide the following: an official piece of photo identification and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and proof of COVID-19 vaccine.