SJR - Research Assistant

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton•Hamilton, ON

10d•CA$24 - CA$33•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Institute of St. Joe's Hamilton is seeking a Research Assistant to join the Division of Nephrology Research team. Positions at this level perform a range of administrative support duties in support of research studies that are ongoing in nephrology. A research assistant in nephrology works under clearly defined research requirements and/or supervision.

Requirements

Related College Diploma or University degree
Knowledge of medical terminology
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Time management and scheduling skills
Interpersonal and communication skills to gather information from participants in the research study
Attention to detail and to ensure accuracy of work
Organizational skills and ability to set priorities to meet project and task deadlines
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities

Nice To Haves

Access to a vehicle for occasional travel to other sites is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in administrative duties associated with patient recruitment.
Assist in conducting telephone or clinical recruitment interviews to collect study participant data.
Assist in scheduling patient meetings and/or the administration of various tests related to the research project.
Prepare detailed notes of all interaction with participant and transfers data to appropriate system.
Maintain documentation, records and study-related hardware/equipment for the study.
Compile, process, and enter data into electronic databases with accuracy and attention to detail.
Validate that the correct information is entered and follow up to obtain missing or outstanding information and/or to resolve discrepancies in the information.