About The Position
The Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute Inc. (“CHEO RI”) is the research arm of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario – Ottawa Children’s Treatment Centre (“CHEO”) and an affiliated institute of the University of Ottawa. CHEO RI has an immediate requirement for a casual Research Assistant. Our research team brings together clinicians and scientists with specialized expertise in pediatric brain injury, neuropsychology, and recovery science. Our research agenda is centred on three key pillars: advancing evidence‑based approaches to concussion assessment, improving our understanding of the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial factors that influence recovery, and enhancing clinical care pathways for children and youth following head injury. Through a large multi‑centre study, our team is working to identify predictors of recovery, refine follow‑up practices, and develop tools that support timely, child‑centred care. Ultimately, the goal of our research program is to generate high‑impact findings that deepen scientific understanding of pediatric concussion, improve outcomes, and support the health and well‑being of children, youth, and their families. The Clinical Research Assistant will assist the research team in the day-to-day activities involved in the conduct of research including, but not limited to, the creation and maintenance of research files according to study guidelines, the collection, scoring and coding of research information, patient recruitment including screening and obtaining informed consents, processing of lab samples.
Requirements
- College or University undergraduate degree in a health related field (Essential)
- Minimum 1 year of research experience working on a Clinical Trial (Essential) preferably a Regulated Trial (volunteer acceptable)
- Understanding of research design, procedures, guidelines and standards governing clinical research including Personal Health Information Protection Act (Essential)
- Data management experience (Essential)
- Proficiency in computer skills (Microsoft Office) (Essential)
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and organizational skills (Essential)
- Demonstrated collegiality, professionalism and team skills (Essential)
- Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work independently (Essential)
- Bilingualism (English/French) (Essential)
- Eligible to work in Canada
- Compliance with CHEO RI’s Universal COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
- Police Record Check
Responsibilities
- Assist with participant follow‑up activities after enrolment.
- Coordinate participant scheduling and study communications.
- Support participants in accessing study tools and completing required tasks.
- Administer follow‑up assessments when required.
- Liaise with research staff, clinicians, patients, families, and clinical collaborators.
- Ensure efficient day‑to‑day operation of data collection protocols and related data activities.
- Create and maintain research files and study documentation according to Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
- Maintain an inventory of research measures and relay needs to the ordering agent.
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry in REDCap and other study databases.
- Monitor data quality, ensure data integrity, and flag discrepancies to the Research Coordinator.
- Collect, score, and code research data in accordance with study protocols.
- Prepare reports or summaries for team meetings as needed.
- Perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Benefits
- competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork
- place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded
- family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve
- chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning
- support for continued education and learning
- potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit
- truly unique work environment
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
