Research Assistant/Technician 2 Jobs

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

Research Assistant/Technician 2

Department

Nicholls Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$23.24 - $27.70 CAD Hourly

Posting End Date

September 9, 2023

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Aug 30, 2024

This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.

This position is located within a health-care facility, therefore, the successful candidate will be required to provide verification of full vaccination against Covid-19 provided prior to the start date, as required by a provincial health mandate.

Job Summary

To assist with new and ongoing research projects underway at the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital. Duties include assisting with CV updates, literature searches and synthesis, data collection and coordination of the research projects. Depending on the individual's skill set and capacity to learn on the job there may be opportunity for assisting with patient interviews, grant applications and dissemination of study findings (e.g., assisting with basic data analyses, preparing power point presentations/posters for conferences and workshops).

Organizational Status

To assist with new and ongoing research projects underway at the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital. Duties include assisting with CV updates, literature searches and synthesis, data collection and coordination of the research projects. Depending on the individual's skill set and capacity to learn on the job there may be opportunity for assisting with patient interviews, grant applications and dissemination of study findings (e.g., assisting with basic data analyses, preparing power point presentations/posters for conferences and workshops).

Work Performed

• Performs literature searches including summarizing and synthesizing literature and research findings, updates CV
• Performs other related duties and tasks as required
• Collects and synthesizes data from patient files, enters data
• Assists with the coordination of research project including recruiting, consenting, interviewing and reimbursing research participants
• Attends regular training programs and workshops as required

Consequence of Error/Judgement

The successful applicant will be professional, reliable, and collaborative. Research at the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital relies heavily on maintaining a strong working relationship with healthcare professionals. Therefore, professionalism is of utmost importance. In addition, any errors in data recording and entry will reduce the relevance of the findings and detract from the potential benefit to this vulnerable population. Errors tarnish the project and lab's reputations and could lead to loss of data. Breaches of confidentiality could seriously harm participants and result in study closure.

Supervision Received

This position reports to the project coordinators and principal investigator.

Supervision Given

None

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

Minimum Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience with data collection, research protocols and handling sensitive and confidential patient information in a professional manner.
• Ability to develop rapport with diverse study populations (e.g., inmates, mentally ill individuals who may have personality and/or substance use problems
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Computer experience required (word processing, spreadsheet, internet and electronic mail applications).
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.