RESEARCH ASSISTANT II (BAND LEVEL 7) Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences Faculty of Medicine

One Year Contractual Position

(Part-time; casual hours)

Two positions

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

This position is funded through an external grant

The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) is a national study of adult development and aging that will recruit 50,000 individuals across Canada. Information will be collected from participants through telephone interviews, in person interviews, and physical assessments.

DUTIES

Reporting to the Study Coordinator and Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant II will assist the Memorial University CLSA research team. Duties include scheduling interviews with pre-selected participants for the study; obtaining participant consent; receiving participants into the data collection site; performing neurophysiological tests; performing vision and hearing assessments; performing tests to assess mobility, balance, and hand strength; measuring participants weight, height, blood pressure, carotid intima thickness, lung function, and ECG (training provided); entering data using Beartooth, Onyx and Pine Software; performing regular calibration and quality control of equipment; and performing other related duties as required. Some evening and weekend work is possible.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (1-3 years) in health-related research; completion of most coursework towards a Master's degree in a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.The ideal candidate must possess strong time management, strong written and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to multitask while efficiently determining priorities. Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology, and experience with interviewing are assets.

SALARY $32.91 - $38.61 hourly (Non-Bargaining) "
CLOSING DATE October 10, 2024
COMPETITION NO. MUN02991

Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website www.mun.ca/careers. Applications must be received by the end of business day on the competition closing date.You may drop off a paper application to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229; or fax your resume to (709) 864- 6344. Call us at (709) 864-6404 for assistance.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL1990 cM-7) for thepurpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Inquiries about this opportunity should be directed to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229 or by telephone at (709) 864-6404.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted