Temporary Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


London, Ontario, Canada University Hospital Full time

Posting Period:

Open:
August 25, 2023

Deadline:
September 4, 2023

Non-Union

Department Name:

Lawson Health Research Institute
Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London.

As one of Canada's top ten research institutes, we are committed to furthering scientific knowledge to advance health care around the world.


  • Data collection for local, national, and international clinical trials and cohort studies
  • Data abstraction and entry
  • Designing and maintaining study databases using REDCap
  • Assisting in the initiation and implementation of study protocols
  • Screening and recruitment of study participants
  • Coordinating and scheduling study participants' appointments
  • Conducting participant followup interviews inperson and over the telephone
  • Interacting and coordinating with various departments (i.e. laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, medical records, etc.) to facilitate studyrelated activities;
  • Maintaining study logs
  • Communicating with trial sponsors in regards to study documentation, requests for clarifications of data and/or assisting monitors during site visits
  • Ensuring that all clinical and research materials are handled according to Good Clinical Practice and Institutional privacy guidelines
  • Coordination of general office duties (e.g.
filing, scanning, photocopying); Other research related tasks as assigned
Rate of Pay:
To commensurate with experience

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Duration:
One year, with possibility of renewal

Qualifications:

  • Successful completion of Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field of study preferred
  • Minimum of two years clinical trials research experience
  • Experience recruiting and consenting study participants; experience administering study questionnaires and conducting study patient interviews
  • Designation in SOCRA, ACRP highly preferred
  • Diploma or Certificate in Clinical Trials Management is an asset
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current regulations and guidelines for conducting clinical trials (ICH GCP, TCPS2 Tri-Council Policy Statement, and privacy legislation, etc.)
  • Knowledge of local REB requirements and Lawson approval process
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally with study participants and coworkers
  • Demonstrated cooperation in a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, execute and assist with several research studies
  • Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with electronic data entry (eCRFs) and databases (e.g., REDCap)
  • Experience designing and maintaining study databases (i.e. REDCap)
  • Experience in clinical data collection from electronic medical records (i.e, Powerchart) preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Highly motivated and selfdirected
  • Ability to travel between work sites (Victoria Hospital and University Hospital) required
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
  • Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

  • Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis.
  • Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step) and COVID vaccine series.
As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
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