Research Assistant

**Department** Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences

**Salary range** $20,670.77 to $27,506.79 (pro-rated)

**Hours per week** 18

**Grade** 5

**Posted date** September 26, 2024

**Closing date** October 18, 2024

**Position Type** Part Time - Operating Funded

**Description**:
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position has a term length of two years with the possibility of extension and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page.

**Location - **Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. This role is in-person.

**Working at the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

**Working for the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences**

**Our Mission**

Excellence and innovation in pharmacy education and research through learning, discovery and citizenship

**Our vision**

To provide pharmacy and graduate education designed to meet societal needs for safe and effective use of medications and to cultivate research and pharmacy practice

**Our values**

Partnerships, collaboration, teamwork, professionalism, ethical behavior, diversity, respect, compassion and communication

The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) to carry out research-related responsibilities. This position requires in-person work on the University of Alberta and University of Alberta Hospital campuses.

**Position**

The Neuro-therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacokinetics (Neuro-CPK) Laboratory, led by Dr. Sherif Mahmoud, BSc (Pharm), MSc, PhD, FNCS, is a research lab within the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Alberta. The Neuro-CPK lab focuses on developing improved methods for treating patients with traumatic brain injuries, strokes, status epilepticus, and ruptured brain aneurysms. This is accomplished through various research methodologies, including critical appraisals of clinical trials, systematic reviews and meta-analyses, the design and execution of retrospective and prospective observational studies, pharmacokinetic studies, and clinical trials.

Additionally, the lab develops techniques to support clinical research. Most of the prospective studies are multicentre, with the University of Alberta Hospital Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU) serving as the primary centre.

**Duties**
- Oversee research administrative tasks, including multi-centre study communications, ordering supplies, reviewing invoices, assisting with ethics, contracts and operational approvals
- Ensure confidentiality of study participants, including safe storage of study files and materials
- Prepare and deliver study sampling kits and appropriate paperwork to the Neuro-ICU
- Collect frozen samples and deliver them to the laboratory on time
- Conduct screening and recruitment of potential study participants at the University of Alberta Hospital, including obtaining consent, regained capacity consent and follow-up screening
- Update and maintain screening and recruitment logs
- Complete lab duties as required e.g. assistance with lab experiments and maintenance

**Qualifications**
- Completion of a high school diploma is required; Bachelor's degree in a Science related field is preferred, equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps required
- Must be comfortable interacting directly with patients, their families, RN's and physicians
- Experience working in a lab environment and conducting/contributing to research studies is an asset
- Experience with AHS information systems (Connect Care) is an asset
- Ability to be flexible, assist on multiple projects and successfully prioritize multiple responsibilities
- Work in a professional and ethical manner, in accordance with policies and procedures
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Will be required to complete ethics, confidentiality and lab training

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Note**: This opportunity will be available