Share Email Opening Title Summer Student – Dr. Deryk Beal  Category Research   Req Number RES-17-00029   Open Date 12/1/2017   Number of Openings 2   Department Bloorview Research Institute  Work type Temporary Full-Time  Grade $14.00/hr  FTE 1.0  Posting Close Date 01/31/2018  Description The Ward Summer Student Research program provides an opportunity to experience a unique interdisciplinary mentorship experience. Successful incumbents will have opportunities to work with their mentor on a research project, attend our Lunch ‘n’ Learns and participate in the annual Ward Summer Student Research Day where they will have an opportunity to present their findings to the organization and its visitors. Dr. Deryk Beal is a Clinician Scientist, speech-language pathologist, and director of the CONNECT Lab in the Bloorview Research Institute at the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. Dr. Beal’s primary interest is the cognitive neuroscience of speech and language. His innovative research aims to understand the neurobiological and behavioural characteristics of communication disorders in childhood and to develop new treatments for children with these impairments. The summer student will contribute to one or more research studies examining at the neural development of speech and language, the efficacy of neuromodulation for induced neuroplasticity and learning, and treatment outcomes for children undergoing speech therapy. Key Responsibilities Data gathering, entry, analysis, and report writing with an opportunity for publication General administrative and clerical duties to support projects Development of program materials and assistance with presentations Interaction with clients, families, and staff throughout the organization Additional duties assigned as required Qualifications Students must be: enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (3rd or 4th year), or medical school minimum cumulative GPA of 75% or over passionate about cognitive neuroscience, speech, language and brain development able to use skills learned in academic studies from any of the following: psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, statistics, computer programming, and/or engineering able to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team aware of the Family-Centered Care service delivery model be accurate, attentive to detail, highly organized and able to meet assigned deadlines have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Proficiency in R, Python, or Matlab is an asset but not required. Previous research experience and/or participation in preparation of a research publication is preferred but not required. Application Please submit the following in one (1) pdf file in the order indicated below: 1. A copy of your most recent curriculum vitae (CV) 2. A copy of your most recent unofficial university transcript 3. One letter of reference from a professor or previous employer * *If the person providing your reference wishes to submit directly to BRI they can do so by emailing brievents@hollandbloorview.ca, noting in the subject line your first and last name, as well as the last name of the scientist(s) you have applied to work with. Any applications missing this information will not be accepted.   About the Organization Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030. The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/ To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Dear Everybody, This is Holland Bloorview video. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbp-WhflXXo&feature=youtu.be Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting humanresources@hollandbloorview.ca or 416-425-6220.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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