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Research Assistant, Community Health and Epidemiology

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • Education: Graduate degree in health or other relevant discipline.
  • Experience: Based on the Public Health Core Competencies, the UPHN is seeking someone with demonstrable experience in: policy and program planning, implementation and evaluation; analysis and evaluation of public and population health and health-related policies and programs; conducting survey and focus-groups, and; community-based, patient-oriented research. Graduate-level training in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience coordinating research in clinical and/or non-clinical settings is preferred. Familiarity with community-based research, survey research and/or epidemiological research is preferred. This position will involve ensuring that deliverables and outcomes are achieved on many simultaneous national-level sub-projects. Project planning and management, writing skills, and attention to detail are important in this role.
  • Skills: Excellent written and analytical skills are essential in this role. Demonstrated capacity for team support and experience with knowledge synthesis and translation are also important.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of collaborative manuscripts
  • Prepare and submit scholarly articles
  • Assist with the planning and coordination of partner meetings
  • Work with project team on the development of a national HPV immunization community-of-practice with public health leaders and staff from partner organizations
  • Assist in the development of scientific grant proposals
  • Other duties as assigned

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Research Assistant position?

The primary purpose of the position is to support the second phase of the “Solutions to Increase Youth HPV Immunization in Canada Project,” focusing on knowledge dissemination activities.

What are the typical duties of a Research Assistant in this role?

Typical duties include leading the development of collaborative manuscripts, preparing and submitting scholarly articles, assisting with partner meetings, developing a national HPV immunization community-of-practice, and assisting in the development of scientific grant proposals.

What kind of educational background is required for this position?

A graduate degree in health or a relevant discipline is required for this position.

What kind of experience is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should have demonstrable experience in policy and program planning, implementation and evaluation, analysis and evaluation of public health policies and programs, conducting survey and focus groups, and community-based, patient-oriented research. Familiarity with community-based research and epidemiological research is preferred.

What skills are essential for the Research Assistant position?

Excellent written and analytical skills, capacity for team support, and experience with knowledge synthesis and translation are essential for this role.

What is the duration of the employment for this position?

The position is term-based for 6 months with the possibility of extension.

What is the work schedule for this job?

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Are there opportunities for individuals from Indigenous communities in this position?

Yes, the University is committed to employment equity and supports career opportunities for Indigenous peoples, encouraging all qualified candidates to apply.

Will the starting salary depend on the applicant's qualifications?

Yes, the starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

When was this job posted, and when is the closing date for applications?

The job was posted on 9/27/2024 and the closing date for applications is 10/3/2024.

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