Job Description

Posting Period

Open: August 11, 2022 Deadline: August 17, 2022 Non-Union

Department Name

Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care London. As one of Canada’s top ten research institutes, we are committed to furthering scientific knowledge to advance health care around the world. The successful applicant will be part of the Paediatric Emergency Medicine research team. We are looking for an experienced Research Assistant with strong communication skills to assist with a CIHR funded mental health study as well as multiple clinical trials currently running in the Paediatric Emergency Department. Responsibilities will include, participant screening and enrollment. Consent conversations with parents/caregivers and patients. Under the supervisor of the Principal Investigator and Clinical Research Coordinator, the applicant will be responsible for the overall conduct of their assigned studies including recruitment, participant visits and communications with study team. The position will require the coordination of study follow-ups in and maintaining study databases. Responsibilities will include scheduling visits with multiple departments within LHSC as well as participants and their families. Rate of Pay: To commensurate with experience Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week Duration: 12 months, renewable

Qualifications

• Education required - B.Sc, B.MSc, or B.HSc or other related field required
• GCP and CITI training an asset
• Experience: Minimum two years clinical research experience preferred, medical research background is encouraged.
• Experience with REDCap preferred
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Proficient time management skills, ability to meet tight deadlines
• Responsible and Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative in an environment with limited supervision
• Strong work ethic
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments in a timely manner
• Available to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Experience with powerchart an asset
• Experience with Research Ethic Board submission and correspondence an asset
• Working knowledge or prior experience in Human Research Ethics, Tri-council policy, Good Clinical Practices, Health Canada and FDA regulations an asset

Immunization Requirements:

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step) and COVID vaccine series.
• For more information visit https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable.

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 3 months.