Research Assistant, Radiology

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Radiology at a leading university invites applications for a Research Assistant role. This position involves data collection, participant recruitment, and data management, offering a chance to contribute to impactful research in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and youth.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Advertise studies and recruit participants.
• Collect imaging and behavioral data from participants.
• Conduct quality control assessments.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Resourceful

Energetic

Creative

Education

BSc or MSc in Neuroscience

BSc or MSc in Psychology

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Description

The Department of Radiology in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Assistant. This full-time fixed-term/recurring part-time position is for approximately 1 year (based on grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the research assistant (RA) will work day shifts at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. Some flexibility is required for study visits on evenings or weekends. Tasks include data collection from youth participants and families, involving interviews, neuroimaging, cognitive and behavioral measures. The RA will also support data management, basic image processing, and research dissemination including knowledge translation to clinical and family partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Advertise studies and recruit participants
• Recruit and screen participants
• Collect imaging and behavioral data from participants
• Organize, process, and distribute data
• Conduct quality control assessments to ensure high data quality
• Update website and communicate with families via newsletters
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications / Requirements

• BSc or MSc in Neuroscience, Psychology, or related field
• Experience working with children and youth
• Effective communication skills with families and staff
• Research environment experience
• Experience managing multimodal datasets
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, resourceful, energetic, and creative
• Experience with medical imaging is an asset

Application Deadline:

May 28, 2025

We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for further steps will be contacted.

Additional Information

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 1.

For more opportunities at the University of Calgary, visit our Management and Staff Careers website.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Calgary. It is a top research university, founded in 1966, with 36,000 students. It offers an innovative environment rich in research and entrepreneurial activities. For more, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university has a comprehensive Indigenous Strategy to foster a culturally inclusive campus that supports Indigenous Peoples and perspectives.

Equity and Inclusion

UCalgary values diversity and is committed to removing barriers. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Accommodation is available during the recruitment process. For questions about diversity and inclusion, contact the Office of Institutional Commitments or Human Resources.

We welcome applicants who meet most qualifications, recognizing that diverse candidates are encouraged to apply to promote equity and inclusion.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job functions: Research, Analysis, Information Technology
• Industry: Higher Education