Research Assistant
Competition 2427
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Description
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
This competition may be used to fill multiple positions.
Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.
Working for the Faculty of Nursing
Translating Research in Elder Care (TREC) is a research program in the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta. TREC is a pan-Canadian and international program of applied research. It functions in an integrated knowledge translation or partnered model. We have long standing relationships with stakeholders, end users, policy makers, and our citizen advisory group. Additional information about the TREC research program is available at the following URL: https//trecresearch.ca/.
Position Summary
TREC is a complex research program in the Faculty of Nursing of the University of Alberta. We currently hold over $8 million in active grants totalling from national and provincial granting agencies and the Government of Alberta. Our team comprises a variety of staff, Postdoctoral Fellows, Research Associates, Research Assistants and trainees. We also work closely with investigators and collaborators across Canada and around the world. Decision makers at the senior regional health level and in provincial government are also members of our team.
We are looking for a passionate Research Assistant who is resourceful to support our on-going research projects.
Duties
- Takes notes and minutes for meetings; distills the action-items
- Interacts and communicates with stakeholders, investigators and team members on a regular basis and drafts reports and briefings for different stakeholder groups
- Assists in the writing (with supervision) of reports
- Helps to monitor and assess project status on an ongoing basis to ensure project objectives are met
- Assists under supervision in the collection and analysis of data
- Supports the data management with tracking, cleaning and structuring the data in preparation for analysis.
- Supports team members in training of data management
- Supports research and implementation teams during workshops
- Supports team members in coordinating field travel logistics and planning
- Supports team members with their communication and contacts with sites and receipt and dissemination of study and project materials.
- Arranges meetings, sends invitations and participations in regular group meetings/calls for various projects
- Coordinates correspondence with partners and stakeholders
- Supports team members in research
- Photo-copying, printing, and other administrative tasks
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as Nursing, Health Sciences or Public Health
- Research experience in long-term care or health research is an asset
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment and to multi-task while remaining organized
- Demonstrated excellent inter-personal skills
- Demonstrated superior written and oral communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Detail oriented
- High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with the Long-term care sector is an asset
- Experience with research activities is an asset
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
ApplyNote: This opportunity will be available until midnight July 2, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.