Job Description

Staff - Non Union

Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 3

Job Title Research Assistant/Tech 3 (Harris Lab)

Department Harris Laboratory | Department of Paediatrics | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range $3,982.67 - $4,703.83 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date July 4, 2023

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date Jul 31, 2024

This offer is conditional upon successful completion of a Criminal Record Check.

This position is located within a health-care facility, therefore, the successful candidate will be required to provide verification of full vaccination against Covid-19 provided prior to the start date, as required by a provincial health mandate.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Summary
This Research Assistant position will provide research-oriented support to projects focused on the Interventional Cardiology Research Programs mission which is to improve the outcome of pediatric patients with congenital heart disease. The Interventional Cardiology Research Assistant will work on cardiac research studies and other research related tasks to support the program\xe2\x80\x99s initiatives under the guidance and direction of Dr Kevin Harris. Responsibilities will include data validation and analysis, writing reports, and assisting with writing grant applications.

Organizational Status

The Research Assistant will support the Interventional Cardiology Research Program\xe2\x80\x99s initiatives under the guidance and direction of Dr Kevin Harris.

Work Performed
Work performed will include (but is not exclusive to):

- Coordinating clinical and translational projects

- Liaising with current and new participating sites

- Conducting data validation and analysis activities for several projects involving multiple large databases

- Familiarity with database software such as REDCap and statistical methods

- Writing reports and assisting with the preparation of manuscripts based on results from completed data analyses

- Assisting with writing and submission of grant applications

- Conducting computerized literature searches as needed, reviewing articles and compiling annotated bibliographies

- Preparing documents, including correspondence, posters, presentations, and quarterly reports

- Supporting projects of the Interventional Cardiology Research Program as needed

- Performing other related duties as required

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Errors in judgement would impact negatively on the Research Program\xe2\x80\x99s reputation and productivity.

Supervision Received
The Research Assistant will work under the guidance and direction of Dr Kevin Harris.

Supervision Given
N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in health sciences or related field will also be considered a major asset.

Fluent with data validation and analysis activities. Ability to effectively use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. High degree of computer literacy with ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, internet and electronic mail applications (on PC and Mac OS) at an intermediate level. Experience with project evaluation, database management, online literature searches and web-based applications an asset. Ability to take and transcribe accurate meeting minutes and follow up on action items with ease. Superior organizational and time management skills. Effective scientific writing, oral and written communication, interpersonal, and multitasking skills. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, for both academic and community audiences. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Attentive to detail, with the ability to work quickly and accurately. Ability to exercise tact and discretion when handling sensitive and/or confidential matters.

University of British Columbia