Research Assistant

**Requisition ID**: 379349
**Position Number**: 20076382
**Posting End Date**: April 22, 2025
**City**: Winnipeg
**Employer**: St. Boniface Hospital
**Site**: St. Boniface Hospital
**Department / Unit**: Shah Start-up
**Job Stream**: Clinical Support
**Union**: Non Union
**Anticipated Start Date - End Date**: ASAP - 10/31/2025
**Reason for Term**: Other Leave
**FTE**: 1.00
**Anticipated Shift**: Days
**Work Arrangement**: In Person
**Daily Hours Worked**: 7.50
**Annual Base Hours**: 1950
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Position Overview
Under the overall direction of the Principal Investigator(s), and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital, the Research Assistant is responsible for assisting with the co-ordination of various research projects. The Research Assistant, is responsible for assisting the Investigator(s) in various research related responsibilities, which include: participant recruitment and enrollment, as appropriate; assisting grant writing, with the maintenance of source documents, case report forms, study correspondence, related study documents, and the study binder; preparation and submission of required regulatory documents for research; gathering and transcribing data for research studies; preparation, submission and follow-up of required committee and board approval(s) for the conduct of clinical research; preparing reports, regarding the project research activities on a regular basis; assisting with manuscript writing; liaison with appropriate departments and external agencies, to ensure ongoing smooth operations of the research project; and performing other related duties as assigned and required.
Experience
Recent experience in medical research and clinical trials, with working knowledge of clinical research, is preferred.
Experience with manuscript writing and submission, is preferred.
Experience with grant preparation and submission, is preferred.
Phlebotomy skills, are preferred.
Experience with protocol development, regulatory preparation, safety, monitoring and contract research organizations is preferred.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Post-Secondary education in a scientific or health related discipline at a college or university level is required.
An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
Not Applicable
Qualifications and Skills
Knowledge of databases, including electronic case report forms, is preferred.
Knowledge of statistical software, such as SPSS and/or SAS, is preferred.
Ability to prioritize, organize and complete multiple tasks/projects with accuracy.
Ability to maintain information in a confidential manner.
Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.
Ability to problem-solve and make decisions independently.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interact effectively with patients and their families.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
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