Temporary Research Associate - London, Canada - University Hospital

University Hospital

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Posting Period:

Open:
March 18, 2023

Deadline:
March 26, 2023

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 Research Associate (RA) will work within the inflammatory bowel disease clinical research group, led by Dr Vipul Jairath.

A range of study types and methodologies will be led by the RA, which will be written up and published in peer-reviewed journals.

A major focus of this work will be secondary analysis of multiple clinical trial datasets, publicly available under the Vivli and YODA platforms.

Independently developing, planning, leading study protocols, analysis plans, manuscript write up and submission under the direction of Dr Jairath and his collaborators. These will be predominantly clinical trial datasets available under the Vivli and YODA platforms.
Lead, conduct and write up comprehensive systematic literature reviews through searching of major bibliographies. Conduct metaanalysis and network metaanalysis.
Interpreting and writing results for oral presentation, reports and manuscripts for academic publication
Coordinating projects and facilitating communication between investigators and research fellows/trainees

Rate of Pay:
To commensurate with experience

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week

Duration:
One year, renewable

Qualifications:

Master's in Epidemiology, health services research, public health biostatistics or a related field required
Three years of experience in a health research environment
Extreme comfort when expected to produce high levels of output
Functions best in an environment that requires independence
Understanding of health services research concepts, strong knowledge of dataanalysis related to clinical trial data
Strong, independent, statistical analytical skills and familiarity with major statistical programs
Experience working with a diverse team and building public health, research, academic, institutional or professional networks
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication and presentation skills
Ability to maintain strict confidence as required when interacting with stakeholders
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
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.