The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is the research arm of The Ottawa Hospital – one of Canada’s largest learning and research hospitals. We are proudly affiliated with the University of Ottawa and supported by The Ottawa Hospital Foundation. With more than 2200 scientists, clinician investigators, trainees and staff, and total revenues of more than $120 million, we are one of the foremost Canadian hospital-based research institutes. Our research spans more than a hundred different diseases, conditions, and specialties with an overall focus on translating discoveries and knowledge into better health.
Job Description
Facilitate the conduct of clinical research involving human subjects under the general direction of Scientists, Clinical Research Associates, and Research Coordinators, the Clinical Research Assistant Il will work on preparing and submitting research applications to the research ethics board, help in preparation of grant proposals and manuscripts patient recruitment, data collection, data entry and/or analytical assistance.
Basic Requirements (Education/Experience):
•Secondary school diploma.
•Minimum 2 years’ experience in clinical research environment.
•A comprehensive understanding of the clinical research process
•Evidence of training in Tri-Council Policy Statement 2 (TCPS2), the international conference of harmonization Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (ICH-GC), and Health Canada Division 5.
•A working understanding of clinical medicine and its norms and language skills required to critically appraise preclinical and clinical studies.
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
•Ability to work independently and as a team member.
•Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
•Ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize own work.
•Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of data and protocol requirements.
•Must be proficient in basic computer software such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
•Bachelor's degree or certificate in health sciences or related field (e.g., RN or PT etc.).
•Degree in clinical epidemiology or clinical research.
•Some experience in database management is preferred, including data collection, data input, data analysis, quarterly report preparation.
•Bilingual in English and French is an asset.
Compensation Pay Range:
Min: $25.212/hr - Max: $33.615/hr
Comments to Applicant:
Please provide your CV and a cover letter to clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position listed
Contact Info:
Name: Fahad Alkherayf
Title: Neurosurgeon and Associate Scientist
Program: Clinical Epidemiology and Neuroscience
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Address: Civic Campus, The Ottawa Hospital
Email: falkherayf@toh.ca
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is committed to building and sustaining a welcoming and supportive culture that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion for trainees, researchers, and staff. We are devoted to identifying and removing barriers that limit equitable access to opportunities within our organization. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute strongly supports initiatives that encourage the participation of all groups, in particular the four groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities).
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
