Research Assistant
Department of Medicine, University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Posted on Mar 5, 2026
This competition is restricted to internal applicants of the University of Alberta. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.
This position has an end date of March 31, 2027.
Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.
We are looking for a passionate Research Assistant who is resourceful to support our on-going research projects. The Research Assistant will work under an experienced project coordinator, and will assist in the various complex research projects currently underway. The research assistant will help with data collection, analysis and support general research and administrative tasks.
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.
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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
The Faculty of Nursing is ranked #1 in Western Canada and #7 globally (QS World Rankings). It offers five CASN-accredited undergraduate programs and multiple graduate programs, including a PhD in Nursing. With over 1,700 students and strong partnerships across Alberta, the faculty leads innovative, high-impact research to meet the health needs of diverse communities and address global health challenges.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as Nursing, Health Sciences or Public Health
- Research experience in long-term care or health research is an asset
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment and to multi-task while remaining organized
- Demonstrated excellent inter-personal skills
- Demonstrated superior written and oral communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Detail oriented
- High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with long-term care sector is an asset
- Experience with research activities is an asset
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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.
- Takes notes and minutes for meetings; distills the action-items
- Interacts and communicates with stakeholders, investigators and team members on a regular basis and drafts reports and briefings for different stakeholder groups
- Assists in the writing (with supervision) of reports
- Helps to monitor and assess project status on an ongoing basis to ensure project objectives are met
- Assists under supervision in the collection and analysis of data
- Supports the data management with tracking, cleaning and structuring the data in preparation for analysis.
- Supports team members in training of data management
- Supports research and implementation teams during workshops
- Supports team members in coordinating field travel logistics and planning
- Supports team members with their communication and contacts with sites and receipt and dissemination of study and project materials.
- Arranges meetings, sends invitations and participations in regular group meetings/calls for various projects
- Coordinates correspondence with partners and stakeholders
- Supports team members in research
- Photo-copying, printing, and other administrative tasks