Term
Two-year contract.
Function
To provide research assistant support for clinical research projects at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. The incumbent would be working under the supervision of the Manager, Clinical Research and a Sr. Project Manager for assisting with patient visits and subsequent data entry, in addition to other study and project management activities.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day operations and responsibilities of a national study in conjunction with the Research Coordinator to ensure completion of study deliverables and outputs.
- Management and tracking of all patients enrolled at UOHI in conjunction with the Research Coordinator
- Coordinating and completing participant follow-up assessments according to the research protocol
- Administering follow-up surveys to enrolled trial participants
- Enter participant data and conduct data quality assessment activities using online databases
- Data entry
- Responsible for managing adjudication process with external /internal physicians
- Completion of Research Ethics Board Renewals/Submissions and tracking when required
- Actively contribute to participant screening/study activities in other studies within the research group
- Regularly meet with research manager and research staff (online and/or in-person)
Basic requirements and qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a health-related discipline
- Previous work experience (or equivalent combination of training or experience) in a clinical or research environment
- Excellent organization and time-management skills with the ability to multitask are essential for ensuring study progress
- High level of proficiency with computer software (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Competencies and suitability
- Knowledge of the clinical research process and currently trained in GCP, TCPS2.
- Highly organized and self-directed with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; spoken and written.
- Bilingualism is an asset.
Applicants with no clinical research experience will not be considered.
To apply
Please send your cover letter and CV to jobpostings@ottawaheart.ca.
Applications from Indigenous persons, members of racialized minorities, persons with disabilities, women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities are strongly encouraged.
According to government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute is committed to ensuring barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process relating to any specialty requirements. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require – any information you provide will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The successful candidate will be required, prior to the start of employment, to complete mandatory organizational training available online, and provide the following: an official piece of photo identification and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and proof of two doses of COVID-19 vaccine.