Research Assistant 1, Lawson

London Ontario Canada Public Library; London; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in London, Ontario is seeking a Research Assistant 1 for a temporary full-time position. The role involves working with a multidisciplinary team on interventional research studies focused on mobility and cognition in older adults. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a health-related field and have experience in clinical trials. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research while enhancing skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical trials is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Comfort with technology and online platforms is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct participant assessments and recruit participants.
• Ensure compliance with IRB/REB regulations.
• Manage day-to-day research operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Self-direction

Education

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field

Graduate degree in basic or health sciences

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Teams

Zoom

Job description

Join to apply for the Research Assistant 1, Lawson role at St. Joseph's Health Care London .

This temporary full-time position is based at St. Joseph's Hospital in London, ON, with an estimated duration until May 25, 2026, and potential for renewal, subject to work availability.

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Manuel Montero-Odasso, Director of the Gait & Brain Laboratory, within a multidisciplinary team at Parkwood Institute. The role involves participating in interventional research studies focused on mobility and cognition in older adults, including remote assessments and coaching on lifestyle modifications.

Responsibilities include conducting participant assessments, recruiting, ensuring compliance with IRB / REB regulations, and managing day-to-day research operations. The position requires working 37.5 hours per week, five days a week.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field
• Experience in clinical trials
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Flexibility, initiative, and self-direction
• Comfort with technology such as Teams / Zoom and online platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with LHRI policies and procedures
• Certified Personal Trainer or Clinical Exercise Physiologist
• Graduate degree in basic or health sciences
• Effective coaching certification

Immunization Requirements

• Vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, Hepatitis B, COVID-19, and influenza
• Documentation of Tuberculosis skin testing
• Seniority level : Entry level
• Employment type : Temporary
• Job function : Research, Analysis, and Information Technology