Research Assistant 1 - Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics-camh

The Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics (KCNI) at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is harnessing the power of high-performance computing and novel technologies to integrate and analyze the wealth of data generated about the brain and mental health. Our research is performed in an open science environment, with an emphasis on reproducible data-driven research and a patient-centric approach to accelerate identification and treatment of mental illness. A focus on global collaboration is key to transforming our understanding of mental health and its treatment. The Centre operates as an incubator for medical technologies to identify, manage and treat mental illness, while shaping policy at national and global levels.

Position Description: The Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics has an opening for a casual research assistant position. This position provides research support to a Staff Scientist at the Centre. It offers the opportunity to be part of an active and productive interdisciplinary team and to carry out a variety of interesting tasks interfacing research and administration. Responsibilities will include supporting study start-up tasks (e.g., programming measures on REDCap), assisting with data collection, logging, documentation, and analysis. Other responsibilities include supporting literature reviews and research dissemination (e.g., abstract or manuscript preparation).

You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork, and complies with all applicable health and safety and regulatory and legislative requirements. This position is in a stimulating but supportive environment with opportunities for additional training. This casual position is located at 250 College Street at the College Street Site.

The successful candidate will have a secondary school degree, and preferably, some experience working in a research environment. This position requires initiative, tact, maturity, and a high degree of discretion and confidentiality. The candidate will be a self-driven, detail-oriented, and proactive worker with good organizational, problem-solving, multi-tasking, interpersonal, and communication skills. They will also demonstrate sound judgment, adaptability, and composure. The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to learn and adapt to different work assignments in an interdisciplinary team setting. They value research and recognize the transformative impact it can make on patients’ lives. Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Adobe Acrobat is required. Experience with REDCap, data collection, or data analysis is an asset, as well as working with mental health populations. The successful candidate will have sound knowledge of inclusive environments and will support and implement anti-oppressive and anti-racist best practices in the workplace. The ability to work with stakeholders of diverse identities and ethno-racial and cultural backgrounds is required.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.