Research Assistant - SJHH - Forensic

Job Number: JR02490
Department:
Forensic Correctional Chair
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Part time
Work Environment:
In-Person
Contract Duration: (If applicable) 12 months
Number of Positions: 1
Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $30.4265 - $35.2731
Schedule Work Days:
Monday to Friday
Time of Day:
Days

Shift: Hours - 8
Shift Start: (If applicable)
Reason for Posting:
Posting is for a new role
Application Dates Opening Date:
Closing Date:

• Undergraduate Degree in Psychology Life Sciences or other related discipline preferred
• Masters Degree preferred
• Specialization as a certified clinical research associate (CCRA) preferred
• Minimum 5 years participation in related work environment or equivalent education and training
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
• Experience in the utilization of statistical software (e.g. SPSS) strongly preferred
• Literature searching skills
• Time management and scheduling skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills to gather information from participants in the research study
• Attention to detail and to ensure accuracy of work
• Organizational skills and ability to set priorities to meet project and task deadlines
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities

• Arranging participant payment and parking passes for participants (payment from primary investigator accounts)
• Co-ordination of “Consent to Contact” database
• Collect blood (venipuncture) urine and swab samples
• Assist with study co-ordination
• Assist in preparation and maintenance of Clinical Research Files (CRFs)
• Filing and maintenance of study records in storage room
• Monitoring of study equipment (e.g. cold storage) and ensure study equipment is in keeping with regulatory standards
• Photocopying and arranging printing of study materials
• Works under clear direction and defined guideline to assist in administrative duties associated with patient recruitment
• May assist in conducting telephone or clinical recruitment interviews to collect study participant data
• May assist in scheduling patient meetings and/or the administration of various tests related to the research project.
• Prepares detailed notes of all interactions with participant and transfers data to appropriate system
• Follows instruction to maintain documentation records and study‑related hardware/equipment for the study and may be required to assist in transcribing interview notes
• Compiles processes and enters data into electronic databases with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Validates that the correct information is entered and follows up to obtain missing or outstanding information and/or to resolve discrepancies in the information
• Organization of journal club research meeting and educational seminars – room bookings liaise with speakers room set‑up
• Assist with event planning
• Assist with Grand Rounds and Clinical Rounds preparation
• Maintenance and preparation of academic and Common CVs – all faculty
• Reporting to SJHH Research Administration on faculty productivity (required bi‑annually)
• Managing/ updating faculty academic websites including SJHH McMaster and Research Gate profiles
• Helping with formatting and submission of manuscripts including use of reference software and conducting literature searches for manuscripts and grants
• Review and copyedit manuscripts and grants maintaining and circulating current list of grants and available funding and assistance with grant submission
• Assisting with student placements (SJHH Learner Office; Volunteer Services; Security; Department of Psychiatry)
• Monitoring Research Area for compliance with SJHH Standards
• St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all…