As per the current Public Health Orders (Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

-- RESEARCH ASSISTANT (SHAPE STUDY) –
BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS
Epidemiology and Population Health

Please note: Only Canadian Citizens, legal residents or residents with a legal work permit will be considered.

STATUS: This is a 1-year contract with the possibility of extension.

HOURS OF WORK: 08:30 – 16:30 – Monday to Friday

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS: medical, dental, vacation, sick leave, long term disability and pension

LOCATION: BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS (BC-CfE), Vancouver, BC

ORGANIZATION: The BC-CfE is a world-renowned HIV/AIDS Centre with innovative, low barrier approach to healthcare delivery in clinical practice and an integrated group of research concentrations in Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Trials, Population Health and Epidemiology, Health Economics and Professional Education Programs. A multidisciplinary team of clinicians including Physicians, Nurses, Social Workers and Peers and researchers including Health Economists, Epidemiologists, Clinical Researchers, Statisticians, Programmers, and Data Analysts work collaboratively to improve the health of British Columbians with HIV and communities facing socio-economic barriers in accessing healthcare.

JOB: The Research Assistant works with the research team on the planning, implementation, analysis, and knowledge translation of HIV-related research studies and activities. The focus is on a longitudinal prospective cohort study examining psychosocial outcomes, healthcare experiences and treatment outcomes among people living with HIV in BC. Main duties include administrative study tasks, conducting literature reviews, writing manuscripts, contributing to knowledge translation activities, and other research related tasks as needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs various study administrative tasks including supporting ethics review processes, developing protocols, cleaning data, and preparing grant applications
Collects back-up source documentation as required.
Develops, updates and maintains study databases and source document worksheets.
Maintains strict confidentiality related to identification and release of study data.
Conducts literature reviews and assists in the development of research projects and associated documents.
Writing academic papers
Performs other duties as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

University degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Health Sciences, Public Health, Public Policy), and 1 to 3 years previous research experience working in the healthcare field. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Outstanding academic writing skills
Exceptional attention to detail and excellent organization skills
Ability to take initiative and solve problems
Strong knowledge and experience using academic search engines (PubMed etc.) and software reference tools (Endnote, etc.)
Knowledge of health research design and protocol development.
Communicate clearly, be a good listener, and have the ability to assess a situation and respond accordingly.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Excellent time management skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
Computer competency with Microsoft Office Software, Reference Manager or related software, and familiarity with e-mail and Internet.
Knowledge of public health principles and social determinants of health is required

Please include resume and cover letter outlining how your skills are applicable to this role and a writing example of a scientific or academic paper. Include the job title you are applying for in your email subject line.

Note: Applications received without a cover letter will NOT be considered.

CONTACT: Human Resources Coordinator; careers@bccfe.ca

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until position is filled

Status

This is a 1-year contract with the possibility of extension.

Deadline

UNTIL FILLED

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The Research Assistant works with the research team on the planning, implementation, analysis, and knowledge translation of HIV-related research studies and activities. The focus is on a longitudinal prospective cohort study examining psychosocial outcomes, healthcare experiences and treatment outcomes among people living with HIV in BC. Main duties include administrative study tasks, conducting literature reviews, writing manuscripts, contributing to knowledge translation activities, and other research related tasks as needed.

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-- RESEARCH ASSISTANT (SHAPE STUDY) –
BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS
Epidemiology and Population Health

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