Description
This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
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.
Working for the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Serving as Alberta’s sole pharmacy school since 1914, the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences holds consistent rankings among the top three institutions in Canada, top 50 globally, and top 15 for global research. We offer high quality education and develop exceptional student pharmacists, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows and prepare our graduates for a variety of careers in pharmacy practice, research, and teaching. Our graduates go on to influence the continuously changing health care field through their leadership in the areas of policy, practice, and business.
Position Summary
The Research Assistant will support the research activities of the Principal Investigator and research team by contributing to the execution of research projects. The main research project that the Research Assistant would be involved in is called “Navigating the Generosity of Donated Medicines”. The donation of medicines are a common relief effort undertaken after natural and environmental disasters (e.g. wildfires). However, the concept that ‘any donation is a good donation’ often does more harm than good. Inappropriate donations of medicines can put an unneeded burden on the recipient country, requiring them to sort, manage, store, and dispose of expired and inappropriate medicines. The donation of unwanted or inappropriate pharmaceutical items is a global issue and wastes valuable environmental and health resources. Pharmaceuticals also pose a significant environmental risk by impacting animals and the ecosystem.
The Research Assistant role involves a range of tasks, including data collection, data entry and management, literature reviews, and assisting with the preparation of reports and presentations. The Research Assistant will work collaboratively in a hybrid format with team members to ensure the efficient and accurate completion of research objectives.
Duties
- Conducting literature reviews (10%)
- Project coordination / admin support (30%)
- Coordinating meetings with team members and external stakeholders
- Drafting agendas and presentations
- Monitoring project progress
- Data collection (e.g., online questionnaires, Virtual interviews) (30%)
- Data analysis (20%)
- Writing (e.g., research papers, presentation materials) (10%)
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Post secondary level education
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Able to work well independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
- A degree in the health sciences is considered an asset
- Previous research experience is considered an asset
Application Instructions
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At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
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 inclusivity 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 ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight August 4, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.