JD0593 CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT
About the role
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Job Title
JD0593 CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Job ID
72436
Location
HSC- Central Campus
Open Date
10/24/2025
Job Type
Short Term Employee
Close Date
10/30/2025
Employee Group
Unifor Unit 1, Staff
Favorite Job
Department
Medicine
Salary Grade/Band
Grade 6
Salary Range
$22.94 - $36.83 (hourly)
Contract Duration
11.1 Months
Hours per Week
15
Posting Details
Schedule
Monday - Wedneday; 15 hours per week
Work Hours
8:30am - 1:30pm
Education Level
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Career Level
Requires 2 years of relevant experience
Hourly Rate
Grade 6; $22.94/hr - $36.83/hr
Anticipated Start Date: November 7, 2025
Employee Group: Short-Term Employee within the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Bargaining Unit
Job Description
Department Description
The Evidence in Allergy Group within the Department of Medicine uses clinical trials and observational studies to address food allergy and anaphylaxis. We are seeking a motivated clinical research assistant to join and grow with our group that is centered at McMaster University Medical Centre.
Food allergy is a growing global problem that affects 1 in 2 Canadian households and over 3 million nationwide. We aim to improve the diagnosis and management of food allergy. The Evidence in Allergy group, based out of McMaster University Medical Centre, collaborates with patient advocacy groups, Health Canada, international investigators and guideline developers to achieve these aims.
Job Summary
Responsible for organizing and administering one or more clinical research projects within required deadlines under the direction of a Principal Investigator or project leader.
Representative Duties & Responsibilities
- Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data.
- Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results.
- Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Modify and reconfigure databases to ensure the optimal storage of data and minimize data entry complexities.
- Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems.
- Write data management and operations documentation for the project.
- Liaise between the centre and remote clinic sites and personnel.
- Conduct structured patient interviews.
- Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
- Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and patients.
- Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
- Gather and compile information and data required for the preparation of scientific papers, abstracts, and graphs.
- Conduct literature searches.
- Oversee the extraction and compilation of data required for reports and disseminate data to research groups and collaborating partners.
- Implement and maintain the research project budget. Create financial projections and make adjustments to the research project budget throughout the fiscal year.
- Exercise appropriate budget controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts.
- Write a variety of letters and memos.
- Participate in research project meetings and propose recommendations for procedure modifications and development in the areas of data management, quality control, and assurance.
- Write, update, and archive data management and quality assurance conventions.
- Respond to inquiries received from project personnel regarding relevant project issues and procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.
- Requires 2 years of relevant experience
Assets
The ideal candidate also has experience with the following:
-
Experience working with adults and children in food allergy research or related activities.
-
Experience with clinical research including registries, pilot and multicentre/multinational clinical trials requiring a Health Canada Clinical Trial Application or not.
-
Excellent organization and communication (written, verbal, presentation) skills.
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
Employment Equity Statement
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
- Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679
to communicate accommodation needs.
Vaccination Mandate - FHS
This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.
About McMaster University
McMaster University, one of four Canadian universities listed among the Top 100 universities in the world, is renowned for its innovation in both learning and discovery. It has a student population of 30,000, and more than 185,000 alumni in 137 countries.
JD0593 CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT
About the role
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Job Title
JD0593 CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Job ID
72436
Location
HSC- Central Campus
Open Date
10/24/2025
Job Type
Short Term Employee
Close Date
10/30/2025
Employee Group
Unifor Unit 1, Staff
Favorite Job
Department
Medicine
Salary Grade/Band
Grade 6
Salary Range
$22.94 - $36.83 (hourly)
Contract Duration
11.1 Months
Hours per Week
15
Posting Details
Schedule
Monday - Wedneday; 15 hours per week
Work Hours
8:30am - 1:30pm
Education Level
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Career Level
Requires 2 years of relevant experience
Hourly Rate
Grade 6; $22.94/hr - $36.83/hr
Anticipated Start Date: November 7, 2025
Employee Group: Short-Term Employee within the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Bargaining Unit
Job Description
Department Description
The Evidence in Allergy Group within the Department of Medicine uses clinical trials and observational studies to address food allergy and anaphylaxis. We are seeking a motivated clinical research assistant to join and grow with our group that is centered at McMaster University Medical Centre.
Food allergy is a growing global problem that affects 1 in 2 Canadian households and over 3 million nationwide. We aim to improve the diagnosis and management of food allergy. The Evidence in Allergy group, based out of McMaster University Medical Centre, collaborates with patient advocacy groups, Health Canada, international investigators and guideline developers to achieve these aims.
Job Summary
Responsible for organizing and administering one or more clinical research projects within required deadlines under the direction of a Principal Investigator or project leader.
Representative Duties & Responsibilities
- Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data.
- Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results.
- Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Modify and reconfigure databases to ensure the optimal storage of data and minimize data entry complexities.
- Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems.
- Write data management and operations documentation for the project.
- Liaise between the centre and remote clinic sites and personnel.
- Conduct structured patient interviews.
- Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
- Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and patients.
- Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
- Gather and compile information and data required for the preparation of scientific papers, abstracts, and graphs.
- Conduct literature searches.
- Oversee the extraction and compilation of data required for reports and disseminate data to research groups and collaborating partners.
- Implement and maintain the research project budget. Create financial projections and make adjustments to the research project budget throughout the fiscal year.
- Exercise appropriate budget controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts.
- Write a variety of letters and memos.
- Participate in research project meetings and propose recommendations for procedure modifications and development in the areas of data management, quality control, and assurance.
- Write, update, and archive data management and quality assurance conventions.
- Respond to inquiries received from project personnel regarding relevant project issues and procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.
- Requires 2 years of relevant experience
Assets
The ideal candidate also has experience with the following:
-
Experience working with adults and children in food allergy research or related activities.
-
Experience with clinical research including registries, pilot and multicentre/multinational clinical trials requiring a Health Canada Clinical Trial Application or not.
-
Excellent organization and communication (written, verbal, presentation) skills.
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
Employment Equity Statement
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
- Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679
to communicate accommodation needs.
Vaccination Mandate - FHS
This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.
About McMaster University
McMaster University, one of four Canadian universities listed among the Top 100 universities in the world, is renowned for its innovation in both learning and discovery. It has a student population of 30,000, and more than 185,000 alumni in 137 countries.