Temporary Research Assistant 1

Open: December 2nd, 2025

Deadline: December 8th, 2025

Non-Union

At London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI), our teams pioneer discoveries that transform the health of adult and paediatric patients around the world. As the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), we conduct research where patient care is delivered, working alongside patients, families, health-care providers and academic partners like Western University. We are leaders in advancing the understanding, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and health conditions through a diverse research program that ranges from laboratory-based science to clinical trials. Our research has a global impact as we build on LHSC's 150-year legacy of health innovation and drive forward medical breakthroughs that make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Clinical Research Professional to support data collection and entry, participant screening and consent, sample coordination, and adherence to study protocols. This role also assists with study start-up activities, database management, and communication with investigators and participants. The ideal candidate has a related undergraduate or graduate degree, clinical research experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a health-care environment.

Rate of Pay:$26.01-$32.51

Hours of Work:37.5 hours per week

Duration:1 year contract (potential for renewal)

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Data collection and data entry into electronic data capture systems from participant health records
• Adherence to research protocols and ensuring studies are conducted accordingly
• Study participant screening, enrollment, and consent
• Study sample coordination (as per established processes)
• Study administrative start up duties, in collaboration with broader research team
• Liaising with principal investigators and co-investigators, as well as other researcher team members to support administrative responsibilities related to studies (ex. Support continuing ethics renewals, study amendments, study updates to research team)
• Database development and management for clinical study data and samples

• Successful completion of a recognized Undergraduate or Master's degree in a relevant and/or related field
• Minimum of one (1) year recent and relevant clinical research experience, preferably with experience confidentially handling patient data and coordinating patient samples
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, able to work under pressure, and have the flexibility to adjust to changing schedules and deadlines
• Ability to organize workload and manage daily competing priorities in a health care environment
• Ability to collect and process biological specimens (e.g. blood, urine) is an asset
• Previous experience with Cerner Powerchart and REDCap is an asset
• Previous experience reviewing the literature is an asset
• Working knowledge, or ideally prior experience, in Human Research Ethics, Tri-council policy, Good Clinical Practices, Health Canada and FDA regulations an asset
• Ability to review patient data and extract relevant study data points for study data entry
• Previous experience in completing informed consent discussions is an asset
• Effective communication skills to foster a respectful, inclusive and collaborative environment with individuals from other disciplines (i.e. patients, investigators, scientists, clerical staff etc.)
• Act as central point of communication for study participants
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient- and family-centered care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume

Immunization Requirements

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.

Teaching, Learning and Research

LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at , extension #34321 or

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work or study permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.