Research Assistant - London, Canada - Victoria Hospital

Victoria Hospital

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Posting Period:

Open:
July 13, 2023

Deadline:
July 20, 2023

Non-Union

Department Name:

Cancer Clinical Research, Lawson Health Research Institute
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 Research Assistant position will be located at the Cancer Clinical Research Unit (CCRU) in the London Regional Cancer Program.

The CCRU coordinates and supports clinical/translational research projects undertaken by the academic/clinical staff of the London Regional Cancer Program.

The Research Assistant is responsible for the completion of case report documentation on assigned cases; shipping of biological specimens; study coordination for non-interventional trials including patient recruitment; and other delegated duties in the conduct of active research protocols.

Rate of Pay:
To commensurate with experience

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Qualifications:

Successful completion of a college diploma in a healthrelated discipline, Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience in clinical or academic research
Experience with data base entry and clinical trial data management skills preferred
Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice, Health Canada and FDA regulations preferred
Ability to manage confidential patient records
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Welldeveloped interpersonal and verbal and written skills for communicating effectively with health care professionals, patients and family members
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and adherence to study protocol requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centred care
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

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.

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.