Research Assistant I - Toronto, Canada - Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute

Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Reference Number:

Posted Date:1/20/2023

Closing Date:2/10/2023

Department:

LTRI

Position:
Research Assistant I (Recruitment)

POSITION TITLE

Research Assistant I (Recruitment)
DEPARTMENT
LTRI
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary, Full-Time
HOURS OF WORK
37.5 hours per week
EMPLOYEE GROUP
Non-Union
REPORTS TO
Principal InvestigatorThe Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute of Sinai Health System, a University of Toronto affiliated research centre, is one of the world's leading centres in biomedical research. With groundbreaking discoveries in research areas such as diabetes, genetic disorders, cancer and women's and infants' health, the Institute is committed to excellence in health research and the training of young investigators. Strong partnerships with the clinical programs of Sinai Health System ensure that scientific knowledge is used to promote human health. Your significant contributions will assist in maintaining our momentum in advancing our research.

Role description:

Responsibilities of the Research Assistant include but are not limited to:

Recruitment and scheduling of research participants
Conduct safety assessments when required
Administration and collection of research questionnaires
Monitor and maintain research logs, deadlines, and schedules with attention to detail
Troubleshoot and provide onsite technical assistance to any participant concerns with the online data collection system
Data collection/entry
Maintain regular and strong communication with research team, providers, clinicians, and referral pathways
Assist in the preparation of research reports and peerreview process
Prepare written correspondence, reports and presentations using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
Perform other general office related duties as required (e.g., faxing, photocopying, organizing and maintaining filing system)

Requirements:

Successful completion of a University degree in a releveant field, e.g., psychology
A minimum of one year of recent and related experience in or familiarity with a research environment in a mental health setting
Experience interacting with and recruiting patients in clinical or mental health settings; excellent interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
Experience with REDCap an asset
Strong interpersonal skills and highlevels of responsiveness
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Demonstrated verbal and written skills
Selfdirected with an ability to make decisions and to exercise good judgement
Superior organizational and time management skills with a flexibility to adjust to priorities
Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work with a variety of individuals in a cooperative manner both independently and as part of a team
Ability to work accurately and effectively in a fast paced environment
Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance history
A recent Provincial Directive mandates all employees of public hospitals in Ontario to be either fully vaccinated for COVID19 or be regularly tested. All new employees joining Sinai Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID19 or have received at least one dose of a COVID19 vaccine and be on track toward full vaccination within six (6) weeks; participating in mandatory twice weekly Rapid Antigen Testing Program until fully vaccinated. There are very limited circumstances in which approval will be given for a medical exemption from receiving the COVID19 vaccine._
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrierfree workplace supported by the Institute's accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.