Research Assistant - Kingston, Canada - Queen's University

Queen's University

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Kingston, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Research Assistant

About Queen's University

Queen's University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting.

We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics & recreation, power generation, corporate shared services, and many more.

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Job Summary

The schedule for this position requires the Research Assistant to work Monday to Friday 8-4 or 9-5 as preferred by the individual.

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Liaise with recruitment centers across Ontario to obtain participants to enroll in the study.

Randomly assign participants to either the primary or control intervention groups.
Participate in enrolment of research participants in current research studies and assist with coordination of all parts of the research study required in implementation of the study protocols.
Schedule of research participants for online interviews of parents with other research assistants.
Ensure that parents keep up with the intervention program.
Ensure that parents fill out all the surveys for the study in a timely fashion.
Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator, assist in the supervision and support of undergraduate research volunteers.
Assist in data collection functions (mailouts, questionnaires, etc.).
Perform basic administrative services, such as scheduling, making appointments, word processing, faxing, copying, and filing. Prepare and/or initiate correspondence, notes and memos.
Undertake other duties as assigned in support of the lab.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Three-year post-secondary program in a relevant field, including Psychology, Education, Health Sciences, Life Sciences or Social Sciences.

Experience working with a patient population an asset, especially with parents of children with developmental disabilities.
Experience working in a research and/or an office environment is considered an asset.
Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS:
Respects diversity and promotes inclusion in the workplace.

Interpersonal and communications skills (both verbal and written) to interact with a diverse audience in a professional manner and to provide clear and accurate information.
Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and deal with multiple demands.
Ability to work collaboratively with professionals in a teamoriented environment.
Time management and organizational skills, as well as the capacity to take initiative, solve problems and suggest solutions.
Writing, basic editing and proofreading skills, with an ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Office and computer skills including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and publishing software (Microsoft Office and Qualtrics). Ability to learn new software packages as required.
Previous experiences and skills in a research setting is considered an asset.

DECISION MAKING:
Prioritize time and determine most efficient use of personal resources within set of priorities outlined by the PI.

Decide how to distribute information, what method to use, and who to send it to.
Assist in the generation of various documents and reports and provide input where appropriate. Participate and act as resource person in the production of laboratory operating procedures. Determine appropriate formatting for simple to complex documents.
Respond to general enquiries, providing reasonable answers, or a means to find an answer if necessary. Redirect problems to Principal Investigator.

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