Clinical Research Assistant - Medicine, Lawson Health Research Institute

Posting Period

Open:           November 29, 2024
Deadline:     December 13, 2024
Non-Union

Department Name

The successful applicant will be part of the multidisciplinary Inflammatory Bowel Disease Research Team at University Hospital. The Research Assistant will work collaboratively with the study team and be responsible for the organization, administration and facilitation of assigned clinical research. Duties will include data collection, data entry, source document creation, and other supportive tasks associated with clinical research. The team is comprised of seasoned Research Coordinators and Gastroenterologists working together to treat patients with Crohn?s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

Rate of Pay: To commensurate with experience

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Duration: 12 months, contract may be renewable 

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Post-Secondary degree/diploma in Clinical Research, Health Sciences, Sciences, Allied Health, or related discipline
• Experience working in a clinical research environment preferred
• Proficient in medical terminology
• Data entry experience
• Highly organized and able to prioritize competing tasks
• Team oriented
• Proficient computer skills with experience working with MS Office applications
• Knowledge of current regulations and guidelines for conducting clinical trials (ICH, GCP, USA FDA, Tri-Council Policy Statement) and privacy legislation (PIPEDA, PHIPA) preferred
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency to prioritize workload with strong attention to detail
• Responsible and self-motivated with the ability to take initiative when needed.
• Excellent organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centred care
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

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 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca . 

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.

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Immunization Requirements:  
 

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to: 

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis;  

• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step);  

• Provide proof of Health Canada-approved COVID-19 vaccination reflective of Ontario Health?s current definition of being fully vaccinated  

• For more information visit https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements