"Research Assistant IV (HEI)"

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Job Title

Research Assistant IV (HEI)

Job ID

64453

Location

HSC- Central Campus

Open Date

08/07/2024

Job Type

Casual

Close Date

08/21/2024

Employee Group

Interim

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Department

FHS Health Evidence and Impact

Contract Duration

12 Months

Hours per Week

20

Posting Details

Schedule Varied hours; ~15-25 hours/week 

Education Level Completed a relevant post-secondary degree 

Career Level Experienced 

Hourly Rate $28.00 - $35.00

Job Description

Job Title

Research Assistant IV in Evidence Synthesis and Evaluation (HEI)Interim Job Code

INT093Pay Grid

Temporary

Pay Grade

Level 4

Department, Unit or Project Description:

As a Research Assistant IV, you will work with Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw and Dr. Behnam Sadeghirad, alongside a team of research coordinators and graduate students. You will support systematic reviews, individual patient data meta-analyses, network meta-analyses, and clinical practice guidelines. You will also be required to support multiple projects simultaneously, with potentially changing priorities. Our research covers a wide range of clinical topics, providing a rich and varied experience.

This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth and development. You will learn state-of-the-art methods in evidence synthesis and have the chance to co-author impactful manuscripts, with the potential for publication in high-impact journals. This opportunity will put you on track to seek further graduate or post-graduate training or a career in health research.

This is a part-time position that will be fully remote and requires weekday availability between 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Job Summary:

Provides specialized research support to faculty members in their teaching/ laboratory activities. Work is performed independently. 

Accountabilities:

1. Designs, adapts and performs specialized research procedures.  
2. Carries out complex statistical analysis.  
3. Assists with recruiting participants for studies. 
4. Coordinates and conducts structured project participant interviews and focus groups. 
5. Conducts literature reviews and synthesis.
6. Coordinates the use of laboratory equipment.
7. Records, classifies, and summarizes research data according to established procedures.
8. Performs other related tasks as outlined by the research coordinator.

Qualifications:

Education: Completed a relevant post-secondary degree.

Experience: Minimum of 12 months of experience.

Assets:

• Familiarity with statistical analysis methods and software such as Stata, R, or WinBUGS is considered a strong asset.
• Familiarity with advance evidence synthesis methods (e.g., network meta-analysis, individual patient data meta-analysis) is considered a strong asset.

Additional Information:

The successful candidate must have / demonstrate the following qualifications and qualities:

1. Experience with leading and supporting systematic reviews, which include:
2. Screening search records to identify eligible studies;
3. Collecting data and assessing risk of bias from eligible studies;
4. Familiarity with GRADE methodology and methods to assess certainty of evidence.
5. Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
6. Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.
7. Excellent communication and writing skills.
8. Outstanding attention to detail.
9. Ability to independently and effectively complete tasks.

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.

Hybrid Work Language

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