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| Job Summary
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| The Healthy Starts Program conducts research studies of infants and children whose growth and development may be complicated by factors to which they were exposed before and/or after their births. The focus of this research relies on data generated by the acquisition of physiological (heart rate, activity, hormonal) and behavioural measures.
These studies are conducted in the Early Human Experience Unit (EHEU) situated within the Children's and Women's Health Care Centre in Vancouver. The Research Assistant will assist with varied research activities related to the overall programme.
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| Organizational Status
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| This research assistant will interact with the Principle Investigator, the programs Research Manager, and other members of the research team including undergraduate and graduate students.
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| Work Performed
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| Recruitment and Data Collection:
Assist program coordinator with creating and posting ethically approved recruitment materials and with presentation of information sessions aimed at study support staff (e.g., nurses, physicians).
Ensure study supplies and equipment are set up in advance of study sessions.
Setup and operate specialized computer based tasks to collect infant and child behavior and physiological data.
Trouble shoot equipment in the event of problems.
Videotape, using a camera to capture infant motor movement, and collect infant physiological data onto specialized computer.
Take field notes of study environment and context.
Jointly take down testing equipment, clean up testing area.
Return equipment to the research unit for secure storage.
Transfer physiological data (X2) and/or transfer video images.
Appropriate storage of tapes, DVD and CD discs for secure storage.
Log in location of testing materials.
Compile and maintain study protocols.
Interact with hospital personnel and study subjects (parents/infant).
Physiological signal processing:
Download acquired physiological data files.
Edit these files and save the edited versions to CD.
Perform analysis of the edited physiological data by utilizing pre-existing macros and save the analyzed data to CD.
Generate a hard copy compilation in the form of graphs and summarize through the use of macros.
Accurately document each stage document each stage of the data storage process on a spreadsheet
Maintain records of work in process.
Update existing lab manuals pertaining to this process.
Other tasks pertaining to the various ongoing projects.
Acquire and store study data.
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| Supervision Received
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| This research assistant will receive sspecific instruction on recruitment and data collection procedures and techniques by the research manager, from the Principle Investigator and others from the center who are skilled in this aspect of the program.
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| Supervision Given
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| Provide assistance to the Principle Investigator, other study staff including undergraduate and graduate students.
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| Consequence of Error/Judgement
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| The integrity and quality of study data relies on the applicant's ability to successfully assist in the recruitment of study subjects, in the collection of study data and other aspects of this program as specified in the job description. The work of this research assistant will be monitored research coordinator and by the Principal Investigator. Errors of incorrect decisions could potentially result in delays in completion of funded projects or seriously jeopardize the soundness (quality) of the study findings, which may result in loss of funding and/or further funding opportunities.
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| Qualifications
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| High School graduation. University degree - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in social or behavioral sciences. 2 years relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum two years experience in a research environment or equivalent education/experience. Medium to high degree of computer literacy including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel,and/or equivalent spreadsheet. Familiarity with database management essential. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends.
Ability to assist in dissemination of research findings including PowerPoint presentations and manuscript writing. Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, supervisory and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability in working in health care settings and with vulnerable populations.
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Self-directed.
Attention to detail.
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