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

Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Reference Number:

Posted Date:2/13/2023

Closing Date:3/6/2023

Department:
LTRI (SUMMIT)

Position:
Research Assistant I (Home Visit)

POSITION TITLE

Research Assistant I (Home Visit)
DEPARTMENT

LTRI

SUMMIT
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 Mount Sinai Hospital, 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 Mount Sinai Hospital ensure that scientific knowledge is used to promote human health. Your significant contributions will assist in maintaining our momentum in advancing our research.

Responsibilities of the Research Assistant I (Home Visit) include but are not limited to:

Data collection visits with study participants' children approximately 6-24 months post-birth

- _Please note that the majority of visits occur in study participants' homes_

Administration and scheduling of data collection home visits
Consistent communication with participants
Training and implementation in several child outcome tools including the Bayley IV
Monitor and maintain deadlines and schedules
Liaising with other Home Visit RAs across sites as needed
Assist in the preparation of research reports
Prepare written correspondence, reports and presentations using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
Perform other general office related duties as required (e.g., photocopying, organizing and maintaining filing system)

Requirements:

Successful completion of a University degree, preferably psychology or in a relevant field
Possess a compassionate and flexible nature, and a clientcentred approach to research
A valid Driver's License and access to a vehicle
Excellent communication, written, and interpersonal skills
Requires good judgement, problem solving and assessment abilities
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
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
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our people and patients, Sinai Health has made it a priority to support everyone in getting vaccinated against COVID19. Consistent with this, our Staff Immunization & Surveillance Policy was recently updated to include the requirement for full vaccination currently defined as receiving two doses and serving a 14day waiting period following the second dose in order to be able to work at Sinai Health. To be compliant with our updated Policy, you must provide proof of dual COVID19 vaccination, as indicated on the Prospective Immunization and Surveillance Policy Information Sheet, in order to be eligible for employment at Sinai Health. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess._
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.