The Autism Center of Hebrew University, Holland-Bloorview Rehabilitation Hospital McMaster University and the McMaster Autism Research Team (MacART), and The Ontario Brain Institute Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem About the Organization Join a world of possibility! Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada's largest children's rehabilitation hospital focused on improving the lives of kids with disabilities. Our work environment is inspiring, innovative, collaborative and rooted in our organizational vision to create a world of possibility. We are a Top Employer for Young People, one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers, and offer competitive compensation, benefit packages and programs that support ongoing learning and professional growth.
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Holland Bloorview is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. Should an applicant require accommodation during any stage in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources. McMaster University consistently ranks among Canada’s most research-intensive universities. Home to more than 70 research centres and institutes, McMaster is dedicated to teaching, learning and service. Along with our hospital partners, we are globally recognized and consistently ranked among the top 50 universities in the world for health and medicine. Our research is strengthened by the strong collaborations within our faculties and with our hospital partners. The McMaster Autism Research Team (MacART) is a partnership between McMaster Children’s Hospital, Hamilton Health Sciences, and McMaster University that aims to bridge the research-to-practice gap in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). MacART is designed to foster collaboration among the families, researchers, clinicians, educators, and policymakers whose lives and work are touched by ASD. About the Position Seeking candidates with an interest in advanced research in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or someone who wishes to develop a career in pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders. The fellow will work alongside an interdisciplinary research team with a mandate for research with a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental disorders. This position is for Israeli fellows who want an experience in Canadian Research Autism Centres, as the selected candidate will spend most of their fellowship time in Ontario. The fellowship involves a collaborative component with a Canadian postdoc who will be in Israel for the same time-period, on an overlapping research experience. Key Responsibilities - To contribute to the conduct of research studies in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental disorders, with a focus on early detection and early intervention including parent-mediated intervention.
- Have a familiarity with statistical/analytic methods
- Prepare summaries and presentations for multiple audiences and write peer-reviewed publications
There will be no formal clinical commitments associated with this post. The post-holder will be able to attend Bloorview Research Institute activities, rounds, lectures, and out-patient clinics of relevance at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab , McMaster University, and McMaster Children’s Hospital. The supervision for this position will be shared by both researchers at Holland Bloorview and McMaster University and the McMaster Autism Research Team (MacART). Qualifications - Ph.D. in Psychology or related field
Experience/Training - Clinical experience in ASD or related specialties an asset
- An interest in working with children with ASD or other neurodevelopment disorders
Special Aptitudes and Ability - Self-motivated
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to manage research projects
- Excellent communication skills (research participants, families, research staff, managers)
- Analytical, logical thinking
- Maintain accurate and complete records for all materials related to research activities
Interpersonal Skills - Strong interpersonal skills, ability to get along well with colleagues and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Approachable manner (in particular for patients and their parents/caregiver)
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