Research Nursing Assistant (Contract, 6-12 months)
CellCarta
- Montreal, QC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Organize the sample collection schedule according to the needs of the laboratory;
- Make appointments with voluntary participants to obtain samples;
- Create samples and labels in the laboratory management system;
- Provide all required explanations and respond to all questions to obtain informed consent from participants;
- Verify the identity and eligibility of all participants in conjunction with the criteria of the research protocol;
- Conduct all blood collections while respecting research protocols and code of ethics;
- Ensure the well-being of all participants at the start, during, and after blood collections;
- Manage the participant database per study;
- Manage the materials for blood collections and communicate all orders to the procurement team;
- Compile information on compensation given to research participants and forward it to the finance department;
- Research and order commercial research samples as needed for the laboratory;
- Assist in writing or reviewing manuals/procedures for sample collection, processing of biological samples, and delivery to CellCarta for external clinical studies;
- As needed, assist in providing training on blood sample processing in the laboratory (e.g. PBMC isolation), cryopreservation and sample shipment preparation;
- Perform other duties in support of the sample management group.
- Professional Diploma in Nursing, Biomedical Analysis Technology, or other similar diplomas;
- Member of the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers auxiliaires du Québec (OIIAQ) or other relevant accreditation to be authorized to perform the phlebotomy procedure.
- A minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role;
- Attention to detail and commitment to offering quality work;
- Excellent time management skills and organizational skills to meet deadlines;
- Very good communication and interpersonal skills;
- Good at keeping records;
- Rigorous when collecting data;
- Confidentiality;
- Ability to work autonomously;
- Positive and professional attitude;
- Takes initiative and can successfully solve problems;
- Bilingual - French and English;
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook);
- Experience in a GLP/GCP environment is an asset;
- Knowledge of StarLIMS (or other LIMS) is an asset;
- Knowledge of research ethics, including informed consent, is an asset.
- Full-time position, Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm (onsite). This is a contractual position of 6-12 months.
- Competitive Wages;
- Vacation and Personal Days;
- Comprehensive Group Insurance Plans;
- RRSP Contribution with Employer Matching;
- Employee Annual Incentive Plan (EAIP);
- Dialogue Telemedicine Service and Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
- OPUS & Cie Contribution;
- Parking Reimbursement;
- Referral Program;
- Career advancement opportunities.