Job Description

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Job Summary

The Research Assistant will participate in the coordination and administration of new and ongoing research projects within the Anesthesiology Research Group. This will include tasks such as: review of relevant published literature, preparation of written summaries of literature reviews; preparation of ethics and institutional approval applications with supervision; collection, storage and analysis of research data; participation in experimental design and optimization of Principal Investigator (PI) initiated research protocols; use of independent judgement to adapt procedures as the need arises; and communication and collaboration with various members of the interdisciplinary health care team within the Kingston Health Sciences and Queens University institutions. It may also include communication with external agencies and institutions regarding multi-centre project research.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate in assessing, developing and executing strategies to support new initiatives for trials and other projects. Participate in the development and implementation of research protocols under guidance. Conduct procedures, observe and record results. Make recommendations to adapt recruitment and data collection strategies as required. Participate as required in optimizing protocol implementation. Collaborate on solutions to improve existing processes and participate in the implementation of solutions. Communicate research results and current information in the field to internal and external stakeholders. Liaise with other staff, labs, and outside agencies to gather information related to project activities, research promotion and meeting coordination. Develop and maintain data logs. Coordinate and use qualitative data collection strategies including internet searches, qualitative interviews with a range of stakeholders, document analysis and observation. Review literature related to the project topics, prepare summaries of these reviews and collaborate with research teams to determine impact on research projects. Collaborate with research teams and assist in the preparation of presentation materials. Present on behalf of project teams. Provide regular updates at team meetings. Assist with the development and preparation of resource materials (products of the research) and with materials for presentations. Prepare summary project reports. Contribute to manuscripts. Prepare, submit and renew REB applications with supervision. Carry out project plans within allocated budgets. Perform administrative duties including ordering supplies, and record keeping. Other duties pertaining to smooth functioning of research unit. Undertake other duties in support of the department/unit.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

University degree in a relevant field. Master's degree considered an asset. Previous experience (minimum 3 to 5 years) working in a research environment, conducting research. Previous experience involving informed consents and data collection. Knowledge of medical terminology is considered an asset. Specialized training or experience in clinical trials and project management is considered an asset. Understanding of research design, procedures, guidelines and standards governing clinical research is considered an asset. Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.


SPECIAL SKILLS:

Respect diversity and promote inclusion in the workplace. Interpersonal and communications skills (both verbal and written) to deal with a diverse variety of individuals in a professional manner and to provide clear and accurate information. Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and deal with multiple demands. Skills in the preparation of informative and engaging presentations. Time-management, and organizational skills as well as the capacity to take initiative, solve problems and suggest solutions. Computer and office skills, including excellent knowledge of word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and database applications. Ability to work independently as needed. Ability to exercise sound judgment with regard to the need for supervision and guidance. Ability to work collaboratively with professionals in a team-oriented environment. Familiarity with data analysis (qualitative and quantitative). Interviewing skills for data collection.


DECISION MAKING:

Prioritize own work and time based on multiple demands. Recognize when a procedure needs to be updated and recommend how to adapt procedures as need arises. Decide on relevant literature to review. Decide the structure, format and content of literature review summaries. Decide how to collate, store and analyze data and prepare for presentation. Allocate work to casual staff and/or students. Decide when to seek guidance and advice from others on the team. Decide what to do when encountering an unexpected problem and when problem needs to be brought to the attention of senior staff. Make suggestions on data collection, presentation of results and coordination of activities.

Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen's is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized persons, Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQI+ persons. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to those who are legally eligible to work in Canada.


The University provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including those with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources at hradmin@queensu.ca.