Research Assistant - Rheumatology (Research Institute)

Job Description

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

This position involves coordinating a prospective clinical study in the division of rheumatology.

General Duties

• Learning all details of a clinical research protocol,
• Eligibility screening, recruitment, obtaining informed consent from participants,
• Scheduling and performing study assessments with participants as per protocol procedures,
• Ensures accurate timely completion of data collection forms,
• Available to participants for guidance and support,
• Experience preparing submission and renewal of research protocols to the Research Ethics Board is an asset,
• Research experience is preferred & on-the-job training will be available.

Website of the Organization

Education / Experience

Education : Master's Degree

Field of Study : Science

Work Experience : 1-3 yrs

Required Skills

• Excellent French and English, spoken and written,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,
• Learning all details of a clinical research protocol,
• Eligibility screening, recruitment, obtaining informed consent from participants,
• Scheduling and performing study assessments with participants as per protocol procedures,
• Ensures accurate timely completion of data collection forms,
• Available to participants for guidance and support,
• Experience preparing submission and renewal of research protocols to the Research Ethics Board is an asset,
• Research experience is preferred & on-the-job training will be available.

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