Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking an Assistant, Research to join our Legal Affairs, Enterprise Risk & Compliance department.
The Assistant, Research provides operational, and administrative support for the conduct of research activities conducted by the Ethics Service in compliance with applicable regulations, Northern Health’s research policies and procedures and study-specific contractual/grant agreements and protocols. The Assistant, Research role involves working in a close team environment with NH staff, as well as members of the Ethics Service research team.
The salary range for this position is $49,445 (min) to $61,806 (midpoint) to $64,897 (max) per annum, based on 1.0 FTE. Northern Health typically establishes salaries within the minimum and midpoint of the salary range based on qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.
- Diploma in Business or Office Administration plus three (3) experience in a health or health-research related field including a minimum of one (1) year of research experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Experience working with people in a health care, academic, and/or research environment with knowledge of medical, clinical and research terminology.
- Experience with electronic data capture and survey tools (e.g., REDCap, Qualtrics or equivalent) is an asset.
Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of human participant’s protection, including a functional understanding of the requirements of the Tri-Council Policy Statement 2: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans.
- Knowledge of privacy and confidentiality principles for handling participant information and research documents.
- Highly proficient with MS Office (particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email, internet
- Strong organizational skills & demonstrated ability to problem-solve under pressure.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to understand and follow complex research protocol requirements.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to follow data quality practices (e.g., accurate documentation, query follow-up and version control).
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet tight timelines.
- Maintenance of professional and appropriate interactions with sponsors and all other study related personnel, participants, families and clinical staff members.
- Attendance at required internal meetings.
- Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods, including data collection, analysis and interpretation.
- Experience in data management, analysis and reporting is an asset.
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More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.
What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
- Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
- Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
- Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
- Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
- Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
- Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
- Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
- Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
- Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
- Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
- Program certificates or diplomas.
- High school, college, or university transcripts.
- Cover letter and resume (recommended).
International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
