This is a temporary part-time position that is anticipated to extend until December 4, 2026, and is subject to the availability of work.

The successful candidate will work under the direction of Dr. Barra in the role of - Research Assistant 1 -. This position will assist the Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology to perform clinical research studies. There is a broad range of responsibilities, with a focus on all dimensions of research administration. This includes day-to-day research operations, including: liaising with study participants, physicians and healthcare workers, maintenance of certifications, obtaining informed consent from potential study participants and management of documentation, including filing, faxing, data entry, maintenance of databases, data stewardship, supporting biobanking maintenance, knowledge translation and orientation of new research trainees. The incumbent assures adherence to privacy and reporting of adverse events requirements. The position is 24 hours per week for 6 months with the potential for renewal.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health-related field
• At least 2 years prior experience with clinical research including informed consent, database management and research ethics board documentation
• Requires excellent interpersonal, supervisory, organizational and planning skills to work effectively in a high-pressure environment and have the ability to deal with confidential matters;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Ability to communicate effectively general and scientific information both verbally and in writing at all levels;
• Ability to work independently and make decisions. Good judgement, initiative, tact and professional attitude in the workplace;
• Adaptable, flexible and resourceful. Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;

• Experience working in an academic/research environment
• Experience with venipuncture is a strong asset
• Training in ICH/GCP guidelines.
• The incumbent will maintain certification in:
• WHMS training
• Shipping of Dangerous Goods training
• Biosafety

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing