Research Assistant, Paediatrics
Location
Calgary, AB | Canada
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Job ID: 31233
Location: Foothills Campus Updated March 04, 2024 Previous Opportunity Next Opportunity We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta.
Position Overview The Department of Paediatrics in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Assistant . This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
This position reports to the Research Director, Section of Neonatology, Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics.
The Research Assistant will work with individual Neonatologists and their research teams in the NICUs and other designated neonatology research areas (obstetrics floor and clinic).
Position
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Assist with career development and prioritization of tasks
Obtain consents from parents for research projects
Obtain study samples and processing these for storage/analysis
Obtain blood samples from adults in certain studies
Assist with the study protocols/procedures done in NICUs
Prepare packages of information to be given to research families as needed
Collect data on inpatient study subjects and enter data into a comprehensive database
Assist with development of database for studies
Prepare summaries of the data for presentations and reports, including preparation of reports for multicenter studies
Takes minutes of meetings as requested
Manages own time effectively and ensures immediate reports to manager is kept informed of activities, and progress of work
Demonstrated strong communication, team and customer service skills, and an ability to exercise judgment within established guidelines
Qualifications / Requirements:
Science degree (BSc student or equivalent preferred)
0-2 years related experience
A combination of education and experience will be considered
Excellent communication and interviewing skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently
Good scientific procedure skills (careful; precise; pays close attention to details in protocols; good record keeping skills)
Basic knowledge of research methods, epidemiologic principles and statistics
Knowledge and experience of STATA/SPSS or SAS would be an asset
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability for professional report writing
Proficiency in literature search strategies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Excel and PowerPoint
Familiarity with basic laboratory procedures (e.g. ELISA, PCR)
A positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are critical to success
Knowledge of the University of Calgary processes and procedures is desirable
Application Deadline: March 18, 2024 We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
Additional Information This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/ Advisor Job Family, Phase 1 For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website About the University of Calgary UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups . Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
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We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
University of Calgary 2500 University Drive NW The University of Calgary, located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprised of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 & 6).
The University of Calgary is situated on land Northwest of where the Bow River meets the Elbow River, a site traditionally known as Moh’kins’tsis to the Blackfoot, Wîchîspa to the Stoney Nakoda, and Guts’ists’i to the Tsuut’ina. On this land and in this place we strive to learn together, walk together, and grow together "in a good way."
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