RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Unit/Project Description:

For Department use only.

Education Services is seeking a Research Assistant for the Foundation for Medical Practice Education (FMPE). The FMPE is a Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to the development, production and evaluation of educational programs for community-based primary care practitioners. It has been recognized as best Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program in 2012 by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and currently has over 6500 family physician members. This represents approximately 25% of family physicians with certification in family medicine across all Canadian provinces and territories. Over the past 28 years, the FMPE has produced more than 300 educational modules for primary care practitioners.

Reporting to the Director of Administration and supporting the Directors of PBSG and Module Development, the Research Assistant will administer a variety of program, research and other related projects within the required scopes and timelines.

• Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis and reporting of data.
• Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results.
• Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Modify and reconfigure databases to ensure the optimal storage of data and minimize data entry complexities.
• Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems.
• Write data management and operations documentation for the project.
• Liaise between the centre and remote clinic sites and personnel.
• Conduct structured patient interviews.
• Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies and procedures.
• Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
• Develop presentation and present information and training sessions to project personnel and patients.
• Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
• Gather and compile information and data required for the preparation of scientific papers, abstracts, and graphs.
• Conducts literature searches.
• Oversee the extraction and compilation of data required for reports and disseminate data to research groups and collaborating partners.
• Implement and maintain the research project budget. Create financial projections and make adjustments to the research project budget throughout the fiscal year.
• Exercise appropriate budget controls, monitor and reconcile accounts.
• Write a variety of letters and memos.
• Participate in research project meetings and propose recommendations for procedure modifications and development in the areas of data management, quality control and assurance.
• Write, update, and archive data management and quality assurance conventions.
• Respond to inquiries received from project personnel regarding relevant project issues and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.

• Requires 2 years of relevant experience.

Assets:

For Department use only.

Position requirements:

• Excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to build strong working relationships
• Coordinate program activities and resources to ensure projects progress in accordance with predetermined timelines
• Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis and reporting of data
• Develop estimates of time and resources for program and/or research projects and use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results
• Experience writing and editing various documents (program guides, instructions, email blasts etc) and managing version control with exceptional attention to detail
• Experience using Microsoft Office, MS Teams and Zoom
• Experience working in continuing professional development and/or continuing medical education for physicians would be an asset
• Experience with databases and entering, editing, and manipulating data
• Excellent customer service experience (by phone and email, responding to and following up on inquiries)
• Experience in a membership- based organization
• Experience working with medical residents and/or family physicians, knowledge of certification requirements for physicians would be an asset
• Working knowledge of the physician maintenance of certification policies and procedures of The College of Family Physicians of Canada would be an asset
• Ability to change from one task to another in a busy working environment
• Ability to work remotely and/or in office
• Bilingual (written and spoken English and French) would be an asset
• Experience using Qualitative analysis software (e.g. NVivo)
• Experience using Quantitative analysis software (e.g. SPSS)
• Self-motivated, detail oriented, takes initiative and flexible
• Skills in survey design and software
• Confident in an interdisciplinary setting and able to manage multiple projects at once
• Skills in social media, websites and graphic design would be an asset

The position may require you to work outside of your regular work schedule including evenings and weekends to meet operational demands.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.