Research Assistant

Toronto, ON
Temporary
Full-time

5 days ago

Type: Temporary Full TimeNewThis is a 1-year Temporary Full Time role.Description of Research Project or TeamThe Research Assistant (RA) will function as an RA in the dermatology research program and will assist with several funded projects. The individual will work closely with and assist Dr. Aaron Drucker and study team members in research and program administrative tasks for multiple studies that mainly focus on the epidemiology and evidence-based management of skin diseases. Studies include both primary clinical data collection, systematic reviews and secondary analyses of population-based data.Summary of Duties, but not limited to:

Assists in conducting systematic reviews, including study screening, data abstraction and study quality/risk of bias assessment
May assist with grant writing and submissions; prepare forms, budgets, appendices and other documents as required
Communicate with Dr. Drucker and other study/project team members to provide updates on projects and provide support in research related administrative tasks
Support submission of manuscripts to scientific journals – may involve creating tables, figures, proof reading, preparation of cover letter, coordinating documents to sign, electronic submission
Work with research team on site to recruit participants and collect data in clinical research studies
Some understanding of research design and research ethics
Prepare and submit Research Ethics Board related documents
Completes review of medical records to collect research data
Document participant communication in research studies as set out in study protocol
Completes data entry and quality control ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data collection; may investigate missing or invalid data and prepare data sets
Help maintain research files to store, access, and retrieve study data as specified at one or more sites
Schedules and attends research meetings, including preparing agendas and meeting summaries
Prioritizes and monitors various study deadlines for their own work
Provides other administrative support as required, including filing, photocopying, acquiring signatures and CV maintenance
May assist team members with preparing materials for proposals, progress reports, presentations, and publications
May assist in the analysis of qualitative and quantitative data and the interpretation of results

As a role model and champion, you will work to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.The responsibilities described above are representative and are not to be construed as all-inclusive.Qualifications/Skills:

Undergraduate degree in Epidemiology, Public health or a related field or one year of equivalent experience
Some experience in a health research setting preferred
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Work efficiently under pressure with strong judgement and decision-making skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Well-developed interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Computer competency including familiarity with databases (e.g.,REDCap), EndNote, Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Demonstrated record of good performance and acceptable attendance will be considered as part of the selection criteria
Professional behaviour and communication that meets the standards of the professional regulatory college or association, as applicable, and the standards of Women’s College Hospital
This position plays a critical role in acting as an advocate for safety and will demonstrate principles, practices and processes that will optimize a safe environment for all

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