Research Assistant I Research Administration

2 days ago

Edmonton AB, Edmonton Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada University of Alberta Full-time
Support research ethics and REDCap data management as an in-person Research Assistant at the University of Alberta's North Campus Edmonton. This 11-month Research Assistant position provides administrative and operational support to the Principal Investigator and research team. You will coordinate Research Ethics Board applications, manage research databases, support grant submissions, and assist participant recruitment. The work maintains compliant research operations and secure, accurate data collection processes.

Key Responsibilities
Prepare and submit REB applications, amendments, and renewals Monitor ethics timelines and maintain approval records Build and test REDCap instruments and surveys Manage REDCap access, settings, security, and data quality Screen participants, schedule visits, and conduct consent processes

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred One to two years' academic research experience Proficiency in REDCap database design and management Understanding of human research ethics principles WHMIS and biohazard training required Bring REDCap, ethics administration, participant coordination, and organized research support skills to the University of Alberta.