Research Assistant – Equity in Pediatric Care Part-time NEW

Research Assistant

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This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day.

Location – This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work. Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta is a leading centre for pediatric education and research in Canada. In partnership with the Stollery Children's Hospital and community pediatrics across Northern Alberta, we provide exceptional care for children, youth, and families. Guided by our values of compassion, growth, and health equity, our team advances pediatric care through innovative research, accredited training programs, and unique learning opportunities led by dedicated faculty.

Working within the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, the Research Assistant will provide comprehensive support for a variety of clinical research studies focused on pediatric hospital conditions. This role involves executing study protocols across multiple methodologies, including qualitative research, prospective observational studies, and survey administration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person recruitment of patients and families within the pediatric hospital setting.
• Administer surveys to research participants and ensure high-quality data capture.
• Implement study protocols for diverse research types, including but not limited to qualitative interview.
• Manage qualitative studies in Pediatric Hospital Medical education including:
  • Scheduling interviews.
  • Conduct semi-structured interviews and focus groups.
  • Maintained organized databases of field notes and logs.
  • Draft detailed memos summarizing immediate post-interview insights.
  • Conduct qualitative analysis via a variety of established methods.
• Assist in the preparation/formatting of manuscripts, reports, and literature reviews including article retrieval.
• Support the entry, formatting and submission of ethics applications.
• Maintain updated study manuals and protocols to ensure team-wide consistency.
• Participate in regular research group meetings to report on progress and milestones.
• Support a workplace committed to safety in all its forms, physical, cultural and psychological.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
• Two years of experience in a research environment, specifically within clinical or hospital settings.
• Methodological Knowledge: Understanding of qualitative research methods and survey administration.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access) and familiarity with reference management software (e.g., EndNote).
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills for sensitive interactions with pediatric patients and their families.
• Organization: Strong ability to prioritize tasks across multiple active studies to meet rigid deadlines.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in a health sciences field

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About the Team

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world's top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.

About University of Alberta

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit. 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. 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 belonging 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 de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.