Research Assistant - Rheumatology (Research Institute)

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!

Job Description

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

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: Master's Degree

Field of Study: Science

Work Experience: 1-3 yrs

Professional Membership: ☐ Yes x No

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.
  
  

Additional information

Status: Temporary, part-time: 7-28h/week (with possibility of more in future)

Pay Scale: $27.32/hr – $50.74/hr. Commensurate with education and experience

Work Shift: Variable Schedule

Work Site: MGH, 1650 Cedar Ave.

***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one PDF document.***

Why work with us?

• 6 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 3 personal day,
• Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary,
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
• RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan),
• 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.
  
  

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [email protected]