Stroke Research Assistant: Data Entry & Clinical Support

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia in Vancouver is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Vancouver Stroke Program. You will work on observational/epidemiological studies, handling data collection, chart reviews, ethics submissions, and study documentation.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with interdisciplinary teams at Diamond Health Care Centre, Vancouver General Hospital. This is a one-year term with renewal potential.

Qualifications

• High school graduate; undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or graduation from a technical college preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with interpretation of scientific literature.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience working with patients with neurological conditions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts, collect and enter data in the appropriate study database.
• Maintain accuracy, accessibility, and confidentiality of study data and patient records.
• Coordinate and submit required documentation to obtain authorizing signatures from various internal and external departments for approval to conduct research.
• Obtain appropriate institutional approvals and renewals to conduct research studies.
• Prepare and complete appropriate study documents and ethics submissions, including applications, annual renewals and amendments.
• Prepare and maintain study binders with source documents and data collection databases.
• Assist in storage, handling, and transfer of paper and electronic files.
• Facilitate requests for neurovascular imaging studies from Radiology Department.
• Perform deidentification of neurovascular imaging studies and send to core lab via secure file transfer protocol.
• Proofread, edit and format documents as needed.
• Schedule and attend study team meetings to provide updates on the research study.
• Communicate regularly with the Principal Investigator and research team.
• Carry out other duties as required by the position.
• Participate in joint research meetings to ensure milestones are met.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Literature familiarity

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

High school diploma

TCPS-2/ICH-GCP training

Health Canada Division 5 training (asset)

Tools

REDCap

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of British Columbia in Vancouver is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Vancouver Stroke Program. You will work on observational/epidemiological studies, handling data collection, chart reviews, ethics submissions, and study documentation.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with interdisciplinary teams at Diamond Health Care Centre, Vancouver General Hospital. This is a one-year term with renewal potential.