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Job End Date
February 9, 2027
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Job Summary
In 2001, the Cardiac Electrophysiology Research Program was established at BC Children's Hospital to drive and support electrophysiology research initiatives within the Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of Pediatrics for the University of British Columbia. The program's mission statement is to improve the outcome of pediatric patients who have arrhythmias. The Cardiac Electrophysiology Research Assistant will work on cardiac research studies and other research related tasks to support the program's initiatives under the guidance and direction of the electrophysiology research manager. The role will involve collection of sensitive information requiring attention to detail and accuracy to help ensure the integrity of the data gathered.
Organizational Status
The Research Assistant will support the Cardiac Electrophysiology Research Program's initiatives under the guidance and direction of the electrophysiology research manager.
Work Performed
-Interacting with patients and families to discuss and obtain consent for participation in research projects
-Collect and enter patient data into online data collection forms according to established protocols
-Perform basic literature searches, retrieve scientific journal articles; prepare and maintain an Endnote reference library
-Prepare recruitment packages for various projects according to established protocols
-Update and maintain logs for study ethics approvals, screening/enrolment, and specimen collection
-Maintain study records for retention and storage i.e. scanning, printing and filing
-Perform other administrative/clerical duties as required.
Supervision Received
The Research Assistant will work under the guidance and direction of the electrophysiology research manager.
Supervision Given
N/A
Consequence of Error/Judgement
The role will involve collection of sensitive information requiring attention to detail and accuracy to help ensure the integrity of the data gathered. Errors in judgement would impact negatively on the program's reputation and productivity.
Minimum Qualifications
-High school graduation and a minimum one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
-Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
-Strong background in science with an interest in the health sciences
-Experience working in a research environment/or an understanding of the ethical concepts in research is an asset
-Familiarity with medical terminology
-Familiarity using search engines such as PubMed, Medline, Ovid
-Demonstrated computer literacy (MS Word, Power Point, Excel, and PowerPoint,) including EndNote
-Superior organizational, multi-tasking, and ability to follow directions
-Excellent written and oral communication skills
-Ability to act professional and display excellent interpersonal skills
-Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
-Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
-Ability to work collaboratively as a team
-Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment in the performance of duties