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Research Assistant, Dean's Office, Faculty of Nursing

Job ID: 24718
Location: Main Campus
Updated February 18, 2022

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The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.

Position Overview

The Dean's Office within the Faculty of Nursing invites applications for a Research Assistant. This Fixed Term Recurring Part-time position is for approximately 6 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

The Research Assistant reports directly to the Principle Investigator. This position also works closely with other faculty and research coordinators. The overall vision for the program of research is to advance the science of cancer survivorship to improve health and quality of life for cancer survivors and their families. The specific goals are to:

  1. Generate knowledge about health outcomes and the physical and psychological impacts of a cancer diagnosis;
  2. Generate knowledge about the effectiveness of cancer care delivery and current models of survivorship care;
  3. Test innovative supportive care interventions; and
  4. Develop capacity in cancer survivorship research and clinical practice by mentoring undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and health care providers.

The primary responsibility of the Research Assistant is to complete qualitative data collection (interviews and/or focus groups) as part of a research project. Tasks include assisting in development of study documents, participant recruitment, data collection, data filing and entry, data analyses, and assisting with the preparation of manuscripts, presentations, newsletters and other knowledge translation and communication materials.

Position Description

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

Research Assistance

  • Liaise with Principle Investigator to clarify information, tasks, or deliverables.
  • Conduct qualitative interviews with patients and organize data.
  • Manage and prioritize tasks and deliverables in accordance with the project milestones and timelines.
  • Assist with study activities including conducting literature reviews, data collection, basic data analyses, and study recruitment.
  • During team meetings, report on project progress, provide ideas to improve processes to achieve project milestones and timelines.
  • Be present in all stages of project including study document development, data collection, entry and cleaning, and analyses, as well as integrated and end-of-grant knowledge translation activities.
  • Work collaboratively with others to ensure data is correctly scored, entered, cleaned and interpreted.
  • Assist to maintain fidelity with protocols for the research project.

Administrative

  • Administrative duties applicable to project which could include correspondence, filing (electronic and hardcopy), scheduling meetings, supporting research meeting setup, etc.
  • Maintain organization and accuracy when filing, sorting, checking and maintaining research records.
  • Contribute to general administrative tasks in the lab.
  • Ensure compliance with lab protocols and file management system.

Qualifications / Requirements:

  • Masters Degree in progress or completed, preferably in health care or health sciences and a minimum 2-3 years experience in a research environment
  • Proven experience in conducting qualitative interviews with patients
  • Strong understanding of qualitative research methodology, processes, standards and policies
  • Ability to conduct interviews via web platforms such as zoom
  • Experience in cancer research setting and or clinical practice experience in cancer preferred
  • Ability to complete assigned and scheduled tasks under own initiative with minimal supervision
  • Knowledge of research project life cycle
  • Knowledge of research ethics and regulations for granting agencies including maintenance of confidentiality of patient information and medical records
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, particularly in a team dynamic
  • Proficient with computer systems, especially Microsoft Office Suite and patient health record experience preferred
  • Web-based survey software knowledge an asset, especially with Qualtrics Inc
  • Proficient report writing skills
  • Knowledge of the University of Calgary processes and procedures is preferred

Application Deadline:  January 9, 2022

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 about the Faculty of Nursing visit Careers in the Faculty of Nursing.

COVIDSafe Campus Strategy

The University has implemented a new Vaccination Directive that requires all faculty and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by January 1, 2022. You will be required to upload proof of vaccination prior to commencing your duties. Please review the COVIDSafe Campus website for further information and access to additional resources.

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.

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 professional success while they are here. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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