Research Assistant, Paediatrics
University of Calgary
- Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Calgary, Alberta, Canada
À propos
The Department of Paediatrics in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Assistant,. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
The Research Assistant will work with individual Neonatologists and their research teams in the NICUs and other designated neonatology research areas (obstetrics floor and clinic). Research Assistants provide logistical and research support services to a wide range of projects. These positions monitor trends, compile data, and prepare charts, graphs, summaries, and reports in support of the research activities.
Reporting to the Principal Investigator.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Assist with career development and prioritization of tasks
Screen for eligible participants and obtain consent from parents for research projects, including documentation of consent conversations in Connect Care
Act as the central point of contact for parents, facilitating communication with the broader research team, which includes Principal Investigators (PIs), Research Assistants (RAs), nursing personnel, unit clerks, and administrative management
Obtain study samples and process these for storage/analysis
Manage and maintain the essential documents for multiple studies, including study protocols, recruitment logs, protocol deviation documentation, records of training for study team members, informed consent forms, questionnaires and patient-facing documents, REB renewals and modifications, etc.
Coordinate REBs, including drafting, submission and amendments for PI review
Responsible for the coordination of project activities for multiple studies, including coordinating meetings and trainings for study team members, creating training resources, managing data collection, seeking approval for and maintenance of study-specific equipment, follow-ups with study participants, invoicing, and providing feedback on the improvement of recruitment strategies Prepare packages of information to be given to research families as needed
Collect data on inpatient study subjects and enter data into a comprehensive database
Assist with development of database for studies, monitor and maintain study databases
Prepare summaries of the data for presentations and reports, including preparation of reports for multicenter studies
Takes minutes of meetings as requested
Coordinating with team members for multi-site Canadian and international trials by attending coordinator meetings, providing recruitments updates, preparing the home site for audits/monitoring/site visits, and troubleshooting study concerns for cross-site implementation
Qualifications / Requirements:
Science degree (BSc equivalent or higher preferred)
Between 2-3 years related experience
A combination of education and experience will be considered
Excellent communication and interviewing skills
Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently
Good scientific procedure skills (careful; precise; pays close attention to details in protocols; good record keeping skills)
Basic knowledge of research methods, epidemiologic principles and statistics. Knowledge and experience of STATA/SPSS or SAS and REDCap would be an asset
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability for professional report writing
Proficiency in literature search strategies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Excel and PowerPoint
Familiarity with basic laboratory procedures (e.g. ELISA, PCR)
A positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are critical to success
Knowledge of the University of Calgary processes and procedures is desirable
Application Deadline: March 10, 2026
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 1.
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