Research Assistant - British Columbia, Canada - University of British Columbia

University of British Columbia

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British Columbia, Canada

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Description

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

Research Assistant

Department

Gerrie Laboratory Division of Hematology | Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$3, $4,501.17 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

March 21, 2023

Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Feb 29, 2024

This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.

Job Summary

The Division of Hematology at the University of British Columbia is seeking a Research Assistant.

This position may be the primary contact with the Research Ethics Board (REB), industry sponsors, government and other not-for-profit granting agencies, and regulatory bodies for research studies.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Organizational Status

The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of the principal investigators (PI) to fulfill research-related responsibilities in a professional and ethical manner.

Work Performed

Assists in analyzing and interpreting experiment results or research data, including assembly, compilation and summary of statistical and other data, as requested by the director supervisor(s) or PI.
Assists with research work by performing specific assigned tasks, such as administrates regulatory documents and forms or questionnaires to Research Ethics Board (REB) in a timely manner; maintains database, records results, including computer data entry and/or observations and sample under supervisions.
Organizes study and regulatory documents, SOPs, and CVs. Maintains inventory and distributes supplies.
Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements in this position.
Performs other tasks and provides research support as directed.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Accountable for ensuring correct information is entered into database so that downstream, data and results generated from database is correct.

Works within well-defined guidelines and procedures, but exercise judgment in establishing priorities and carrying tasks through to completion; liaises with hospital departments and refers new or unusual problems to supervisor.

Supervision Received

Works under the supervision of PI in carrying out familiar phases of duties and responsibilities; receives instructions during orientation and on subsequent new assignments or changes in procedures.

Supervision Given

N/A

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to graduation from a recognized undergraduate degree required in a health-related field (e.g. BSc, BScN, RN, LPN, pharmacy). Recent related experience in a research, clinical research experience is preferred, other research experience will be considered.