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Research Assistant - Autism Research Centre 

Category Research  
Req Number RES-18-00014  
Open Date 3/16/2018  
Number of Openings 1  
Department Bloorview Research Institute 

Work type Temporary Full-Time 

Grade None Specified 

FTE 1.0 

Posting Close Date 03/25/2018 

Description

Working within the Autism Research Centre and alongside an interdisciplinary engineering research team, you will be part of various projects focused on improving the quality of care for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for providing research support to the study investigators, you will perform activities delegated by the PI and/or a co-investigator;
  • Responsible for recruitment, scheduling of appointments, data collection, and supporting all families' understanding of the procedures and implications of the research study;
  • Administer both standardized and experimental assessments to children with and without autism;
  • Score and enter data for assessments into study database;
  • Ensure research is conducted in compliance with the Bloorview Research Ethics Board (REB) and Tri-Council Policy Statement;
  • Maintain study documentation;
  • Assist with preparation of research documents;
  • Assist with testing and maintenance of research equipment.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree in science, psychology, or a health-related field;
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with children with ASD and/or developmental disabilities;
  • Strong written and oral communication skills;
  • Ability to function independently, and yet collaboratively, within a research team;
  • Exceptional organizational skills;
  • Demonstrated computer skills;
  • Research experience is an asset;
  • Ability to work flexible hours.
 
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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