Research Assistant

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Sports Medicine - Orthopaedic Surgery Full time

Preference will be given to those with some experience in research, statistics, epidemiology and/or programming. This position requires you to have proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint). Knowledge of statistical software (e.g., SPSS), data management, data mining and working with large databases would be an asset. Experience preparing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals is preferred. The applicant will have the following attributes:

- Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to cope in stressful situations;
- Works independently and professionally, as well as in a team environment with strong problem solving skills.
- Detail-oriented, accurate, and dependable with strong organizational skills.
- Prioritizes workload and has the flexibility to adjust to changing work plans, schedules and deadlines.
- Self-motivated team member with a demonstrated ability to show initiative.
- Assess overall data quality by overseeing data input, developing and performing audits for data quality ensuring data accuracy and integrity
- Perform data entry and maintain research databases which include patient demographics and surgical assessment test scores
- Interact with patients with sports-related orthopaedic injuries
- Assist with coordinating colleagues/students/fellows rotating through the sports medicine fellowship program
- Function as part of a patient-focused team of professionals
- Triage patient phone calls as well as calls from families, and other departments with diplomacy and courtesy, ensuring the appropriate personnel are notified of the phone message
- Protect and maintain participant confidentiality at all times
- Support the staff, processes, and technology to work in harmony ensuring accuracy and completeness of data quality and analysis
- Interact with a range of health professionals and support staff, through exchange of information, consulting, problem solving and training as required.
- Prepare and submit manuscripts for publication in orthopaedic journals

More information about the Sports Medicine Research Program can be found at:
The Sports Medicine Program within the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

**Required Education, Skills and Qualifications**

You must have a Masters degree and prior experience with research and managing large databases.

Experience with 3D printing and computer programming an asset

Start Date: approximately March 15

**Salary**: $17.00-$27.00 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (required)

**Experience**:

- Health & Medical Researchers: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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