Research Assistant Iii - Toronto, Canada - Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute

Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Reference Number:

Posted Date:
2/15/2023

Closing Date:
3/1/2023

Department:

LTRI

Position:

Research Assistant III

POSITION TITLE

Research Assistant III
DEPARTMENT
LTRI
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary, Full-Time
HOURS OF WORK
37.5 hours per week
EMPLOYEE GROUP
Non-Union
REPORTS TO
Principal InvestigatorLunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute_ of _Sinai Health System, a University of Toronto affiliated research centre, is one of the world's leading centres in biomedical research. With groundbreaking discoveries in research areas such as diabetes, genetic disorders, cancer and women's and infants' health, the Institute is committed to excellence in health research and the training of young investigators. Strong partnerships with the clinical programs of Sinai Health System ensure that scientific knowledge is used to promote human health. Your significant contributions will assist in maintaining our momentum in advancing our research.

Position Overview

The Mothering Transitions Research Program at the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is looking for a temporary full-time HeLTI Canada Research Assistant III to conduct research-related tasks as needed in a longitudinal, CIHR-funded randomized controlled trial.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepares detailed notes of all interactions with participants and transfers data to appropriate system.

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Assists in the modification and maintenance of electronic paper data management systems
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Attend training and supervision sessions
Responsible for conducting telephone or clinical recruitment interviews to collect study participant data
If applicable, assessment of potential serious adverse events and notification of study sponsor and appropriate authorities
Plans, designs and organizes scoring procedures and computer databases for ongoing and new research studies while maintaining written records

- participate in review of data collection strategies

Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor of Science (preferably with 5 years related research experience), preferably Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Meticulous and capable of independent decision making with study data
Demonstrated knowledge of medical and scientific terminology
Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner and flexibility to adapt to changing workload
Advanced computer skills
Experience in a clerical position and maintain regulatory documents
Excellent communication (verbal/written) and interpersonal skills and understand written and verbal directions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent attention to detail and proven ability to learn new skills
A recent Provincial Directive mandates all employees of public hospitals in Ontario to be either fully vaccinated for COVID19 or be regularly tested. All new employees joining Sinai Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID19 or have received at least one dose of a COVID19 vaccine and be on track toward full vaccination within six (6) weeks; participating in mandatory twice weekly Rapid Antigen Testing Program until fully vaccinated. There are very limited circumstances in which approval will be given for a medical exemption from receiving the COVID19 vaccine._
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrierfree workplace supported by the Institute's accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.