Research Associate for Dr. Aniela dela Cruz- Faculty of Nursing

Description

The Faculty of Nursing invites applications for a Research Associate. This Fixed Term Recurring Part-time position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

This is a recurring part-time position for a term of 12 months, reporting to the principal investigator (PI) Dr. Aniela dela Cruz, Associate Professor, Faculty of Nursing at the University of Calgary.

The nature of work varies with job stressors being moderate and including deadlines and attention to detail. The Research Associate will be required to work between Monday and Friday 25-30 hours per week. The work environment requires time spent at a computer, on the telephone, attendance at project team meetings and other project related activities. The nature of the work involves a variety of duties and tasks performed and have few physical demands.

The position requires judgment and decision-making. Decisions will be guided by study protocols and guidelines. The incumbent will collect research data, prepare research data for analysis, and/or write reports for dissemination. This position also requires independently knowing where to look for information, and contributing to discussions about solutions to complex problems in a team setting. The work requires a high degree of accuracy, and the ability to re-prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines. The incumbent must also be able to work with diverse teams of researchers and community collaborators with varying levels of experience to ensure equitable involvement and learning throughout the research processes.

The Research Associate¿s primary purpose is to assist the Principal Investigator with research activities related to the PI¿s program of research (HIV related stigma, public health policy, and stigma intervention study among people living with or affected by HIV). The Research Associate will be responsible for data collection, preparing data for analysis, data analysis, and/or writing research reports as needed. The Research Associate will be working within a team environment; the team is in multiple sites across Canada, including Alberta. The Research Associate will liaise with the research team and participate in relevant project team meetings and/or supervisor meetings.  

The Research Associate will demonstrate and maintain professionalism and confidentiality. This position deals with shifting priorities; the Research Associate will also ensure deadlines are met and that the information provided is accurate, employing their attention to detail. 
 

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

• Assist with the following research tasks and research related activities:
  • Research data collection; preparing research data for analysis (e.g., generating survey reports, transcribing data using software, and anonymizing data); data analysis; and report writing
  • Assist with project communications with research team members
• Maintain professionalism as a research team member 

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Graduate degree preferably in health care or health sciences and a minimum 2-3 years of experience in a research environment
• Minimum 2 years¿ experience in direct data analysis work (qualitative and quantitative data)
• Experience with research processes from data collection to reporting and knowledge dissemination
• Experience in working directly with people in the health and social care setting
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Minimum of 2 years' experience with research projects methodologies, processes, standards and policies
• Knowledge of research project life cycle including ethics approval processes
• Proficient with computer systems, especially Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications (email, word processing, spreadsheets)
• Ability to work well under pressure, multitask, time manage and re-prioritize tasks
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Analytical reasoning skills and decision making skills
• Ability to complete assigned and scheduled tasks under own initiative with minimal supervision
• Web-based survey software knowledge would be an asset
• Proficient report and manuscript writing skills would be an asset
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a changing environment
   

Application Deadline:  November 12, 2024

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.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist / Advisor Job Family, Phase 2.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website. 

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