Research Assitant II

Position Overview

We are seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to join our Infectious Diseases (ID) team. This role will support groundbreaking research being done locally, nationally and internationally, aimed at enhancing care and outcomes for patients with infectious diseases. At Michael Garron Hospital our Infectious Diseases research team is involved in clinical treatment trials for bacterial infections and observational studies aimed at viral transmission with an emphasis on emerging pathogens.

Working closelywith the Clinical Research Lead and the study investigators, the successful candidate will support the research team in conducting day-to-day research activities across the project life cycle, collecting and analyzing research data, reporting results, and study close-out activities. They will provide regular progress updates and prepare reports as determined in partnership with the study team. The research Assistant will liaise with internal collaborators and enabling services (such as Research Operations, Research Ethics Board (REB), and Research Finance). Although presence in the hospital is required weekdays, the position allows for remote work as part of the regular work week. However, due to the nature of the position, must be flexible to work early evening and weekend hours to recruit patients by telephone.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in infectious diseases with publications in high impact medical journals.

This is a 1-year contract position, with the potential to renew.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a health or science-related field preferred
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 3-year experience in healthcare research
• Experience with patient-facing interactions is an asset
• Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines including TCPS 2, ICH/GCP, Declaration of Helsinki, Health Canada Division 5, FDA Code of Federal Regulations, is an asset
• Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and cloud computing (e.g. Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft365)
• Experience with computer data management and analysis software including REDCap, R, preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail required
• Able to work independently, without immediate supervision, and as part of a team
• A high degree of professionalism and respect for colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflicting priorities and confidential data.
• Good work and attendance record required
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario
• All employees of MGH are responsible for contributing to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.