Research Assistant

**Regular/Temporary** - Regular **Job Title** - RESEARCH ASSISTANT (I)**Job ID** - 66580 **Location** - 39 Charlton Avenue E**Open Date** - 12/03/2024 **Job Type** - Short Term Employee **Close Date** - 12/30/2024 **Employee Group** - Unifor Unit 1, Staff **Favorite Job** **Department** - Surgery **Salary Grade/Band** - Grade 7 **Salary Range** - $24.59 - $38.17 (hourly) **Contract Duration** - 9.2 Months **Hours per Week** - 21 **Posting Details** **Schedule** - 21 hours per week, 7 hours per day, Tuesday to Thursday, 8:30am-4:30pm - **Education Level** - Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of study - **Career Level** - 2 years of relevant experience - < **JD #** JD00436 **Pay Grade**: 7 **Title**: Research Assistant (I) **Unit/Project Description**: This position requires the applicant to have some knowledge of research methods and adequate knowledge of data cleaning, data organizing, and data analysis, including the use of descriptive and analytical statistical methods. **About the Department of Surgery** Over its 50+ year history, the McMaster Department of Surgery has maintained a steadfast commitment towards thinking big and making it possible. We are a department with 11 surgical divisions and Royal College residency training programs; together, we are poised to unleash a future fueled by a creative mindset and powered by our people. Vision. This Vision is based on 6 core tenets: **C.R.E.A.T.E.** **_ Culture_** that includes **_ Research_** **that impacts **_ Education_** that inspires **_ Advancement_** for all **_ Transformation_** through innovation & entrepreneurship **_ Excellence_** in patient care **About McMaster University** At McMaster University, our people are our most valuable asset. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the talented faculty and staff, and to foster inclusive excellence which values the strengths, perspectives, and contributions of each individual. McMaster is recognized as one of the top employers in the Hamilton/Niagara region and has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Diversity employers. Working at McMaster University brings a robust total rewards package, which is more than just a salary. The elements and structure of the total rewards packages vary by employee group but include: - Employer Paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance. - Pension Plan Options & Post-Retirement Benefits. - Training, coaching and professional development opportunities. - Employee tuition assistance for development and education - Opportunity to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning. - Progressive paid annual vacation plan Please see Total Rewards Overview for Unifor, Local 5555, Unit 1 for more Information. **Job Summary**: The Research Assistant (I) is responsible for organizing and administering one or more research projects within required deadlines under the direction of a Principal Investigator or project leader. **Purpose and Key Functions**: - Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data. - Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results. - Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting. - Modify and reconfigure databases to ensure the optimal storage of data and minimize data entry complexities. - Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems. - Write data management and operations documentation for the project. - Liaise between the project centre and remote project sites and personnel. - Conduct structured project participant interviews. - Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied, and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures. - Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects. - Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project participants. - Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters. - Gather and compile information and data required for the preparation of scientific papers, abstracts, and graphs. - Conduct literature searches. - Oversee the extraction and compilation of data required for reports and disseminate data to research groups and collaborating partners. - Implement and maintain the research project budget. Create financial projections and make adjustments to the research project budget throughout the fiscal year. - Exercise appropriate budget controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts. - Write a variety of letters and memos. - Participate in research project meetings and propose recommendations for procedure modifications and development in the areas of dat