RESEARCH ASSISTANT – Emergency Medicine
About the role
RESEARCH ASSISTANT – Emergency Medicine
Temporary, Full-Time (1 Year Contract with the possibility for a permanent position)
SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Principal Investigators (PIs) and the Emergency Medicine Research Coordinator, the Research Assistant (RA) will support the day-to-day conduct of Emergency Medicine research studies at HSNRI. The RA will assist with screening and recruitment of participants, conducting medical chart reviews, collecting and entering study data, and performing follow-up activities in accordance with study protocols, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Understand the objectives and protocols of various Emergency Medicine research studies.
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Screen, recruit, and obtain informed consent from eligible participants in compliance with ethical and regulatory guidelines.
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Conduct medical chart reviews and enter retrospective and prospective data into appropriate databases.
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Collect data through phone interviews and other participant follow-up activities.
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Maintain, verify, and update research databases and tracking systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
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Support the Emergency Medicine Research Coordinator with study-related documentation and administrative tasks.
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Adhere to study timelines, policies, and quality control processes.
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Perform other research-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
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Post-secondary degree in a relevant field (e.g., health sciences, life sciences, clinical research, or a related discipline) from a recognized institution is required.
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Previous research experience is considered an asset.
Experience / Special Skills / Training
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and research databases; familiarity with REDCap is an asset.
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Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
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High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Professional, approachable, and able to interact effectively with patients, clinicians, and research staff.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.
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Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
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Reliable, responsible, and adaptable to changing priorities.
OTHER
Candidates will be selected for this position based on their skills, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in their curriculum vitae. HSNRI reserves the right to conduct a formal interview process where required.
Shift: Days
Salary: $27.38 - $32.21
Application Deadline: 5:00 pm as of September 12, 2025
Location: Sudbury, Ontario
Employment Type: Temporary
HSNRI is committed to providing accessible employment practices, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, and applicants are asked to make their needs known.
Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI) was established in 2011 as an independent not-for-profit corporation. Designed to bring together researchers, clinicians, regional partners and industry, HSNRI is the affiliated research institute of Health Sciences North (HSN).
We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted directly.
About Health Sciences North
Health Sciences North/Horizon Santé-Nord (HSN) is a new approach to delivering the highest quality patient care, research, teaching and learning to Northern Ontario and beyond. It is a network of integrated facilities and programs working together for the benefit of our patients, communities, physicians, researchers, staff and learners in the areas of prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care.
HSN offers a variety of programs and services that meet many patient care needs, with leading regional programs in the areas of cardiac care, oncology, nephrology, trauma and rehabilitation.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT – Emergency Medicine
About the role
RESEARCH ASSISTANT – Emergency Medicine
Temporary, Full-Time (1 Year Contract with the possibility for a permanent position)
SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Principal Investigators (PIs) and the Emergency Medicine Research Coordinator, the Research Assistant (RA) will support the day-to-day conduct of Emergency Medicine research studies at HSNRI. The RA will assist with screening and recruitment of participants, conducting medical chart reviews, collecting and entering study data, and performing follow-up activities in accordance with study protocols, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Understand the objectives and protocols of various Emergency Medicine research studies.
-
Screen, recruit, and obtain informed consent from eligible participants in compliance with ethical and regulatory guidelines.
-
Conduct medical chart reviews and enter retrospective and prospective data into appropriate databases.
-
Collect data through phone interviews and other participant follow-up activities.
-
Maintain, verify, and update research databases and tracking systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
-
Support the Emergency Medicine Research Coordinator with study-related documentation and administrative tasks.
-
Adhere to study timelines, policies, and quality control processes.
-
Perform other research-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
-
Post-secondary degree in a relevant field (e.g., health sciences, life sciences, clinical research, or a related discipline) from a recognized institution is required.
-
Previous research experience is considered an asset.
Experience / Special Skills / Training
-
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and research databases; familiarity with REDCap is an asset.
-
Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
-
High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-
Professional, approachable, and able to interact effectively with patients, clinicians, and research staff.
-
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.
-
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
-
Reliable, responsible, and adaptable to changing priorities.
OTHER
Candidates will be selected for this position based on their skills, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in their curriculum vitae. HSNRI reserves the right to conduct a formal interview process where required.
Shift: Days
Salary: $27.38 - $32.21
Application Deadline: 5:00 pm as of September 12, 2025
Location: Sudbury, Ontario
Employment Type: Temporary
HSNRI is committed to providing accessible employment practices, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, and applicants are asked to make their needs known.
Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI) was established in 2011 as an independent not-for-profit corporation. Designed to bring together researchers, clinicians, regional partners and industry, HSNRI is the affiliated research institute of Health Sciences North (HSN).
We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted directly.
About Health Sciences North
Health Sciences North/Horizon Santé-Nord (HSN) is a new approach to delivering the highest quality patient care, research, teaching and learning to Northern Ontario and beyond. It is a network of integrated facilities and programs working together for the benefit of our patients, communities, physicians, researchers, staff and learners in the areas of prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care.
HSN offers a variety of programs and services that meet many patient care needs, with leading regional programs in the areas of cardiac care, oncology, nephrology, trauma and rehabilitation.