Research Assistant, Surgery

Position Overview

The Department of Surgery in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Assistant. This Part-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

Reports to the Manager, EQuIS Research.

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Preparation of applications for REB review, database maintenance, data collection and analysis (qualitative and quantitative)

• Drafting of manuscripts for publication, assisting with grant proposals, and preparing reports for presentation

• Generate various reports as required by the PI, Manager and research team. May require presentation of reports to various stakeholders

• Assists with qualitative and quantitative data collection

• Process data using statistical software to conduct basic analyses of trends in support of the research project

• Compile tables, charts, graphs, and summarized statistics for integration in research papers and reports. This includes materials for presentation and publication

• Provide support for EQuIS event planning

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a health-related field
• Experience working in the clinical setting; pediatrics research experience is preferred
• Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative clinical research
• Familiarity with statistical software programs (eg. SAS, SPSS) and NVivo qualitative data analysis software is desirable
• Experience working with and maintaining national databases and registries
• Experience working with REDCap is an asset
• Familiarity with the AHS EMR system is desirable
• Knowledge of the EQuIS research platform is an asset
• Experience working with rural and Indigenous populations is an asset
• Excellent scientific writing and communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate tact and courtesy dealing with patient families, physicians and other team members
• Ability to communicate well with external collaborators within a complex research program
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of patient records
• Knowledge of research ethics and regulations for granting agencies (eg. Tri Council)
• A valid Class 5 driver's license (cannot be a graduated license) with proven good driving record (abstract required) and be comfortable driving to rural and Indigenous communities for data collection
• Understanding of historical and current challenges related to colonialism
• Demonstrated familiarity with Indigenous communities, history, and culture
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Treaty 7 territory and/or an established working relationship with Treaty 7 communities are considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with Indigenous Peoples and alongside Indigenous communities including Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers
• Demonstrated understanding of the cultural knowledge and communication skills required to connect with Indigenous students, schools and communities
• Strong affiliation with Indigenous communities across Western Canada, and extensive knowledge on Indigenous cultures
• Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants, however strong consideration will be given to candidates who are non-Indigenous persons with demonstrated strong expertise; knowledge and experience in Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being, Indigenous Health and education

Application Deadline: February 16, 2023

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

Additional Information

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase I.

To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Cumming School of Medicine.

The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About the University of Calgary

The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.