Research Assistant - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Western:

About Us:

The School of Health Studies is a diverse community of students and professors committed to improving human health around the globe.

The mission of the School is to nurture the creativity, curiosity and critical thinking of tomorrow's global leaders, through transformative interdisciplinary research, education and knowledge mobilization.

Delivering a primarily undergraduate program, the School of Health Studies focuses on streams of studies including:
Health Sciences, Health and Aging, Health Promotion, Biology, and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Responsibilities:

The Research Assistant will support the research activities for qualitative and quantitative projects in adherence with ethics protocols and guidelines. The incumbent will handle the daytoday research duties required for the operation of the laboratory or research centre, and may be a liaison between the research team and study participants. The incumbent will assist in the dissemination of research results arising from these projects, and perform qualitative and quantitative data collection, entry and processing. The Research Assistant may also assist with the preparation of any required documents, coordinate travel, and organize meetings for the research team.

Specific to P.I.

Supporting the development and coordination of project plans
Conducting literature searches, retrieve and organize documents from university libraries
Completing administrative tasks such as the planning and coordinating meetings of program or project teams, prepare meeting agendas and background material; produces and distributes minutes
Assist with the development of interview guides, and analysis of qualitative data

Qualifications:

Education:

Undergraduate degree in a relevant area of focus

Experience:

1 year of work experience supporting research in a related technical field

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

Detailoriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
Familiarity with regulations and guidelines governing research
Familiarity with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
Familiarity with experimental design and analysis
Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document technical information

Why Western?:

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

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