Job Description

Position Overview The Department of Clinical Neurosciences in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Clinical Research Associate. This Fixed Term Recurring Part-time position is for approximately 6 months/year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension. These are Recurring Part-time Position. Recurring Part-time employees are hourly employees engaged to perform work on an irregular basis. Position Description Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Recruitment of participants for a clinical research study, with in-person patient interactions (clinic) and/or telephone interactions
• Contacting participants, conducting telephone and in clinic interviews, and ensuring collected data is submitted and accurate
• Interviews participants and enters data
• Assist in the collection, delivery, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data
• Questionnaire administration
• Provide guidance to participants regarding clinical sample collection
• Must maintain the ethical and confidentiality standards
• Ensure relevant research methodology is applied and proper handling of all research material is used

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Post Secondary education required
• Experience with working with the public is a strong asset
• Experience and knowledge working in a post secondary institution is an asset
• Knowledge of health and scientific terminology is a strong asset
• Knowledge in Excel and Microsoft Word is a strong asset
• Health services research experience a strong asset
• Excellent time management, interpersonal and communication skills, accuracy and attention to detail

Application Deadline: April 20, 2023 We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted. Additional Information This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Operational/Administrative Job Family, Phase I. To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Cumming School of Medicine The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. About the University of Calgary The University of Calgary is Canada\'s leading next-generation university - a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation\'s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada\'s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca. The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do. As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca). We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.