July 4, 2025

RESEARCH ASSISTANT II (BAND LEVEL 7)

Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences

Faculty of Medicine

(Full time; One Year Contractual Position)

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a secondment, subject to departmental approval

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

This position is funded through an external grant

DUTIES

The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging is a national study of adult development and aging that will recruit 50,000 individuals across Canada. Information will be collected from participants through telephone interviews, in person interviews, and physical assessments. The Research Assistant II will assist the Memorial University CLSA research team with duties including: scheduling interviews with pre-selected participants for the study; obtaining participant consent; receiving participants into the data collection site; performing neurophysiological tests; performing vision and hearing assessments; performing tests to assess mobility, balance, and hand strength; measuring participants weight, height, blood pressure, ECHO Cardiogram, ECG and Lung Function (training provided); entering data using Beartooth, and Pine Software; performing regular calibrations and quality control of equipment; and performing other related duties as required. Some evening and weekend work is possible.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (1-3 years) in health-related research; completion of most coursework towards in a Master's degree in a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required. The ideal candidate must possess strong time management, strong written and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to multitask while efficiently determining priorities. Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology and experience with interviewing are assets.

SALARY $61,099 - $71,679 per annum (Non-Bargaining)

CLOSING DATE July 21, 2025

COMPETITION # MUN03242

Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website www.mun.ca/careers. Applications must be received by the end of business day on the competition closing date. You may drop off a paper application to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229; or fax your resume to (709) 864-6344. Call us at (709) 864-6404 for assistance.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

Inquiries about this opportunity should be directed to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229 or by telephone at (709) 864-6404.

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.