Job Description

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This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).


This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Location

- This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.


The Research Assistant would coordinate and assist with conducting a number of systematic

literature reviews and meta-analyses. This work would involve being part of a research team of various health professionals including, at present, a Senior Research Associate and a Principal Investigator. The job requires specialist skills in literature searching, study quality assessments and information synthesis.



The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world's top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.Database searching in major databases such as MEDLINE and PsycINFO; exporting and
saving search results
Developing criteria for inclusion of research studies in systematic reviews; using critical
thinking and independent judgement when applying criteria to select research studies
Developing extraction forms to capture critical variables of research studies; extracting
and reconciling data with other team members
Manuscript and report drafting; citation management and bibliography production Searching for full-text publications, requesting interlibrary loans, and managing files in
shared drives
Understanding and adhering to ethical guidelines, project protocols, and research
procedures
Administrative tasks including arranging and attending meetings, taking meeting minutes, and following up with internal and external stakeholder Other related duties, as required

Minimum

Bachelor's degree required Fluency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite Excellent communications skills (written and verbal) Strong organizational skills Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Preferred

Research experience; experience with methods for scoping, systematic, and umbrella reviews is a plus Experience in quality assessments of research publications such as the Downs & Black and the QUIPS Experience reading and extracting data from forest plots Experience using EndNote to manage citations and generate bibliographies Experience using Covidence to import citations, create PRISMA diagrams and screen abstracts and full texts High degree of computer literacy Familiarity with topics in occupational health

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Metis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.




The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.




Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.




At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms--physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.




The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.




L'Universite de l'Alberta s'engage a creer une communaute universitaire ou chaque personne se sent valorisee, ou les obstacles a la reussite sont elimines et ou des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se developper. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiees. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premieres nations, Metis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapees; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identite et une expression sexospecifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer a la diversification des idees et a l'universite a postuler.