Research Assistant I (POPi)

Staff – Non Union

Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile
Non Union Salaried – Research Assistant /Technician 1

Job Title
Research Assistant I (POPi)

Department
POPi Lab Department of Paediatrics Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range
$3,989.78 – $4,375.79 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date
March 29, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Mar 31, 2025

This offer is conditional upon successful completion of a Criminal Record Check.

This position is located within a health-care facility, therefore, the successful candidate will be required to provide verification of full vaccination against Covid-19 provided prior to the start date, as required by a provincial health mandate.

Note: Only the Full Time Compensation Range is displayed on the job posting details advertised on the UBC Career sites.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. 

Job Summary

The Canadian Pharmacogenomics Network for Drug Safety (CPNDS) is a Pan-Canadian network for research with a specific aim to prevent serious adverse drug reactions (ADRs) by identifying predictive genomic markers for specific reactions. The goal is to develop and implement effective tools to prevent ADRs in susceptible children and adults by predicting in whom the most serious reactions are most likely to occur.

This incumbent is required to conduct all research activities in an ethical manner, suited to the proper activities of the University of British Columbia and those governing the activities of the institution. Any procedures or data recorded must be accurate and must accurately reflect the work performed. Strict confidentiality of all study participants must be adhered to. All activities involving participants are accountable to Dr. Bruce Carleton, Professor and Chair, Division of Translational Therapeutics, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, UBC.
Organizational Status
This position reports to Dr. Bruce Carleton.  Additional guidance will be provided from other administrative and research-oriented staff including the Program Manager and Clinical Research Coordinators.
Work Performed

• Identifies appropriate patients experiencing adverse drug reactions, by performing active monitoring in affiliation with clinicians and/or those who are referred by health care professionals

• Recruits study participants and obtains informed consent for their participation in studies

• Conducts ECG measurements of study participants in breast feeding clinic 

• Collects and processes samples (DNA saliva and or blood) and other data associated with enrolled participants

• Completes chart review of medical records: retrieves clinical data, including medication profile, adverse drug reactions, laboratory test results and supporting data 

• Accurately completes data entry into an electronic data base in a timely manner

• Maintains up-to-date tracking associated with incoming samples (DNA saliva or blood) and patient recruitment

• Requests medical charts from health records department & accesses other patient documents, test results, pharmacy profiles, electronic clinical documentation (where applicable) 

• Performs quality assurance and quality control checks of clinical data collection, assist with grading of case reports and prepare data for analysis phase of studies.

• Maintains inventory and shipment of supplies to collaborating sites across Canada

• Maintains filing of patient records (i.e., informed consent forms, shipping logs, etc.) 

• Acts as a liaison with health care teams at BC Children’s Hospital

• Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of a position in this classification

Consequence of Error/Judgement
This position entails a high level of responsibility. Requires planning and prioritization of duties.  Inability to meet deadlines would negatively impact the program’s efficiency and its reputation. Errors in administrative duties may have a financial impact on the program. This position works with a large number of people, and poor communication may impact negatively on the program’s reputation and productivity.
Supervision Received
While the work may be of a complex nature, tasks are assigned and the incumbent plans and schedules his/her own work.
Supervision Given
It is expected that the RA will demonstrate the ability to work independently once training has been successfully completed. This individual will be expected to manage assignments as appropriate to the functions of the program, working independently as well as working within a team. 
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation and a minimum one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
– Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

– Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Graduate degree in a relevant discipline preferred. Experience with medical chart review and patient record systems is essential. Demonstrated knowledge experience in pediatric medicine, oncology or genetics desirable. Familiarity and experience in working with database management programs. Moderate to high degree of computer literacy. Strong knowledge of scientific and medical terminology. Attentive to detail, with the ability to work quickly and accurately. Excellent interpersonal skills. A high degree of motivation, enthusiasm and initiative to learn new skills. Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to exercise initiative and maintain confidentiality. Physical ability to keep pace in a fast-paced environment.

Core Competencies:

• Communication skills both verbal and written

• Interpersonal skills

• Enthusiasm

• Confidence

• Initiative

• Judgement

• Able to problem solve

• Organizational skills

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Commitment to the job

• Able to work with technology and manage systems

• Efficient and able to manage time, under tight deadlines and under stressful conditions