Research Assistant

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ORTHOPAEDIC TRAUMA OUTCOMES RESEARCH CENTRE

Employment Opportunity:

TITLE: Research Assistant
EMPLOYER: A Division of Orthopaedic Trauma
LOCATION: Vancouver General Hospital
DURATION: One year contract with the possibility of extension
HOURS: Monday to Friday; 71/2 hours per day
SALARY: $35 - $40K per year dependent on skills/experience

OBJECTIVE:
This position reports to the Orthopaedic Trauma Research Manager and is responsible for all aspects of enrollment and follow-up of research study patients.

Specifically, the Research Assistant will focus on the initial recruitment of study subjects, the continued follow up with enrolled subjects, and will be responsible for the collection, submission, and maintenance of research related data.

The position requires that a significant amount of time be spent interacting with patients on the Ward, in the Outpatient Department, and in the Clinical Office to ensure the timely introduction of studies to potential study patients. This role is clinical and research oriented in nature and requires an ability to work well with a diverse patient population.

The successful applicant will also contribute to the overall research activity in the Division by assisting when necessary with other ongoing research studies that require clerical or other research related support.

The ideal candidate works well independently as well as in a collaborative team environment, is able to create and manage electronic data files in either Excel or Access, and demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

SPECIFIC ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Recruitment and follow-up with subjects for research projects
2. Working with research team members to coordinate various research projects conducted by the Orthopaedic Trauma Division.
3. Data collection and electronic storage
4. Assisting with submissions to the Clinical Research Ethics Board
5. Participating in research meetings
6. Communicating regularly with the Clinical Research Manager about the status of Research Projects
7. Clerical and administrative functions related to research

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- Experience in a health care environment
- Mature and professional presentation
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in collaboration
- Able to create and manage electronic files/spreadsheets using Microsoft Office
- Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

LOCATION:
The Orthopaedic Trauma Division=E2=80=99s Outcomes Research Centre is located at #110 =E2=80=93 828 West 10th Avenue

Interested Applicants should send a Resume

By email to: raman.johal@vch.ca
By Fax to: 604-875-4438
By Mail to: Division of Ortho Trauma, #110 - 828 W 10th Ave Vancouver, BC V5Z 1L8

Closing Date: May 26, 2010
Please note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.