Clinical Research Assistant III

We are looking for a talented and motivated research assistant to work with our division by assisting with research administrative tasks, developing protocols, data collection, ethics applications, drafting manuscripts and grant applications. 50% of the time will be dedicated to working with a variety of General Internal Medicine physicians on projects that relate to clinical research, medical education, and equity/diversity and inclusion (EDI). The other 50% will be working with Dr Gaudreau-Simard’s research team on quality improvement projects, observational studies and implementation science projects, largely around implementing a new technology in the clinical environment (point-of-care ultrasound), as well as projects to reduce waste/promote environmental sustainability in healthcare.

Basic Requirements (Education/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree in a health science related field or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in clinical research environment
• Evidence of training certification in Tri-Council Policy Statement -2 (TCPS-2) and the International Conference on Harmonization – Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (ICH-GCP)
• Evidence of training in Food and Drug Regulations, Division 5, and/or Device Regulations, as applicable
• Demonstration of superior organizational and critical thinking skills
• Demonstration of strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Strong computer skills (Office, Endnote)
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of data and protocol requirements
• Flexibility to accommodate periodically demanding deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as both part of an interdisciplinary team and independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in health sciences
• Experience or training in quality improvement and/or implementation science
• Experience and training in qualitative data analysis
• Experience and training in statistical analysis – regression techniques and machine learning
• Experience with coding for statistical analysis in R, SAS, Python, SPSS
• Experience with research ethics board submissions and study maintenance
• Publications in scientific journals
• Research protocol development
• Systematic review processes
• Experience writing and assisting with manuscripts and grants

Compensation Pay Range
Min: $28.993/hr – Max $38.658/hr

Comments to Applicant:
Please provide your CV and a cover letter to clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position listed to:

Contact Info:
Name: Mathilde Gaudreau-Simard
Title: Clinician Investigator
Program: Clinical epidemiology
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Address: 1053 Carling Ave Ottawa ON
Email: Michelle Donovan at [email protected]

The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is committed to building and sustaining a welcoming and supportive culture that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion for trainees, researchers, and staff. We are devoted to identifying and removing barriers that limit equitable access to opportunities within our organization. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute strongly supports initiatives that encourage the participation of all groups, in particular the four groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities).

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.