Research Assistant in Cardiology

5 days ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time
Job Summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a highly skilled Research Assistant to join its team in the Hearts in Rhythm Organization research office at St. Paul's Hospital. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic research team focusing on participant recruitment, data entry, biobanking, and follow-up of study participants with inherited heart conditions.

The Research Assistant will work closely with the Research Project Team to assist the clinical research endeavors of the HiRO investigators, consenting willing participants, organizing participant data, and biospecimens. This role collaborates with the cardiology staff and faculty of UBC's Division of Cardiology and Hearts in Rhythm Organization provincially, nationally, and internationally.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical research, with experience in data management, biobanking, and participant recruitment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role, as the Research Assistant will be working closely with study participants, healthcare providers, and admin staff in the cardiology and research departments at St. Paul's Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation of REB applications
  • Review study protocols to assist with the logistics of study management
  • Establish standards of practice for protocols to ensure studies comply with TCPS2, FDA, Health Canada, GCP, and Institutional Guidelines
  • Work with hospital personnel to arrange logistics for studies
  • Prepare instructions for healthcare professionals on the research process that may be carried out
  • Review healthcare information for potential study participants
  • Interview potential study participants to determine interest and willingness to participate
  • Conduct the informed consent process according to SOP and document
  • Coordinate study visits when necessary for study protocols
  • Conduct participants interviews in person or by phone
  • Complete data collection and case report forms as required
  • Facilitate collection of biospecimens, and preparation for transportation
  • Attend meetings, training, and workshops as required
  • Compose and type correspondence, develop study documents, forms, and data spreadsheets
  • Prepare data summaries for presentations and publications as required
  • Ensure data quality and maintenance
  • Aid with protocol and research design development

Requirements

  • Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline
  • Minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong technical skills, including experience with electronic data capture, medical record databases, and Microsoft Office
  • Experience with RedCap and similar research databases an asset
  • Excellent oral and written communication ability
  • Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

  • Health Science degree, with specialized clinical experience/training in clinical research in the areas of cardiology and/or medical genetics and/or registries and biobanks
  • Clinical research professional certification CCRP desirable
  • Preference for those with certification in phlebotomy and cardiovascular research experience

Equity and Diversity

The University of British Columbia is committed to equity and diversity in its hiring practices. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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