Research Technician III Cardiovascular Surgery Research

Research Technician III Cardiovascular Surgery Research (Job ID: 7857)

The Division of Cardiac Surgery carries out translational and clinical research at the intersection of cardiovascular disease and cardiometabolic disorders. The Division oversees multicentre trials designed to uncover functional mechanisms of cardiometabolic medications.

The Division of Cardiac Surgery is currently looking for a Research Technician III. Research Technicians work in a variety of departments and units typically set in the laboratory or clinical units.

This position involves evaluating, grading and inputting data on cardiac MRI scans from study patients. As a senior member of the lab with technical expertise and knowledge, this position involves an introduction to senior responsibilities such as training junior staff and trainees as well as overseeing the lab members' experiments. This position initiates and develops complex experiments as well as provides data analysis of results.

This position is building on the skills and knowledge obtained as a Research Technician II.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Due to variable nature of position, this list is to be used as a guide only.

This position includes all of the duties/responsibilities of the Technician II position, as well as:

Laboratory/Clinical Study Work (65% of work time)

· Evaluate and read clinical cardiac MRI scans

· Assist with coordination of MRI appointments

· Present research related information, including written study reports when necessary

Non-Laboratory/ Research Related Tasks (20% of work time)

· Develops processes, protocols, and resources.

· Collects, transcribes, prepares, and interprets data, and statistical reports.

· Presents research related information, including writing study reports when necessary.

· Contributes technical content and/or data to publications, presentations, and posters and/or produces publications, presentations, and posters.

· Prepares data analysis.

· Performs background research and literature searches as needed, evaluates results and formulates recommendations as needed.

· Ensures adequate quality control by setting standards, monitors quality control results and institutes appropriate steps to maintain standards.

· Participates in / joins committees (LKSI, UHT, REDI, CARESA, external).

· Ensures that the relevant research methodology is applied, and that all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.

· Compiles data, analyzes and interprets experiment results or data.

· Prepares scientific summaries, reports, slides, presentations, and manuscripts.

· Maintains an appropriate knowledge base by performing regular reviews of the literature and stays updated on procedure manuals for experimental and laboratory standards.

· Writes a variety of documents such as technical and procedural sections for research reports and standard operating procedures.

· Prepares data analysis and manuscript.

· Ensures that the relevant research methodology is applied, and that all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.

Administrative Duties (15% of work time)

· Participates in material management, inventory management, safety management, and quality assurance.

· Provides limited administrative support.

· Monitors, and orders supplies.

· Updates monitoring logs i.e. -80 freezer logs, sample storage logs, etc.

· Updates lab licenses on file with research facilities for all laboratories used within a study (collect relevant safety information, permits etc. from team members).

· Prepares research ethics submissions relative to the initiation and conduct of individual studies.

· Conference and new technology/equipment training.

· Develops standard operating procedures, ensures facility sanitation, ensures safety procedures are followed, documented, and maintained.

· Ensures facilities are repaired to maintain the required standards.

Performs cross functional and other duties as assigned and/or requested.

All staff are expected to carry out their assigned duties and responsibilities in a manner which prioritizes patient and employee safety, and confidentiality. Key accountabilities in this regard include:

· Strict compliance with patient/employee confidentiality practices and policies.

· Strict compliance with patient/employee safety practices and standards.

· Appropriate identification, reporting and response to patient/employee confidentiality breaches in accordance with established policies and procedures.

· Appropriate identification, reporting and response to patient/employee safety risks and incidents/events in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Bachelors of Science with 3 years related experience OR demonstrable equivalent combination of specialized education and experience.

· Experience evaluating and quantifying Cardiac MRI scans

· Clinical certifications (GCP, TCPS2, Division 5).

· Demonstrated knowledge of medical and scientific terminology.

· Experience creating and maintaining positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders including staff, students, vendors, administrative staff, collaborators, and funding partners.

· Experience serving as a resource and providing orientation and training to users on work procedures and practice.

· Experience maintaining material and lab equipment.

· Experience with appropriate biosafety procedures.

· Basic computer skills, particularly database, spreadsheet, and word processing.

· Experience with clinical database software (eg. RedCap)

· [Intermediate] Excellent communication (verbal/written) and interpersonal skills are necessary.

· [Intermediate] Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· [Intermediate] Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy when conducting experiments.

· [Intermediate] Proven ability to learn new skills.

· [Intermediate] Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects in a timely manner and flexibility to adapt to changing workload.

· [Intermediate] Exceptional record keeping skills, particularly confidential personnel information.

· [Intermediate] Able to understand written and verbal direction, including a strong ability to follow complicated and detailed protocols.

· [Intermediate] Professionalism.

· [Intermediate] Self-motivation.

· [Intermediate] Capable of independent data analysis and interpretation of study related data.

· [Intermediate] Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

· [Intermediate] Sound judgment and decision-making skills and excellent problem-solving skills.

· [Intermediate] Experience presenting data (verbal and written).

· [Intermediate] Ability to multitask or task-switch quickly.

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