Research Assistant III

Posting Details

Schedule

TBD, based on patient participation and availability. Including evenings and weekends.

Education Level Post-secondary degree Career Level Intermediate Hourly Rate $28.00

Job Description

About our study :

C-sections are the most common surgical procedure performed in Canada and can cause significant pain despite routine multimodal analgesia. Inadequate pain relief after C-section is possibly related to insufficient use of pharmacological options including opioids because of concerns around neonatal safety including breast feeding.

In this study, we will be researching whether alternate therapies improve post-surgical pain and wound healing.

Job summary :

As a part of our Research team, the successful candidate will work with our existing Research Assistants, Clinical Research Nurses and Research Faculty, with patient follow-up and data collection. Work is performed independently, with the availability of direction and guidance from Research Staff or Manager.

Accountabilities :

• Adhering to established research methodology, gather and compile data for the research study or project.
• Modify and adapt research, techniques or procedures, based on deviations in experimental results.
• Record, classify, and summarize research data according to established procedures.
• Conduct structured participant interviews and focus groups.
• Carry out intermediate level statistical analyses.
• Contribute to preparation of data for reports, journal articles, papers, etc.
• Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings.
• Perform other related tasks as outlined by the researcher.

Qualifications :

Education : Completed a relevant post-secondary degree.

Experience : Minimum of 6 months related experience in a research environment.