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2019 Ward Summer Student - Shannon Scratch 

Category Research  
Req Number RES-18-00050  
Open Date 12/1/2018  
Number of Openings 1  
Department Bloorview Research Institute 

Work type Temporary Full-Time 

Grade None Specified 

FTE 010. 

Posting Close Date 01/31/2019 

Description

Bloorview Research Institute

2019 Ward Summer Student Research Program

Title: Ward Summer Research Student

Status: Temporary Full Time (1.00 FTE)

Compensation: $14/hr

Start Date: May 6, 2019

End Date: July 26, 2019

Lab: Neuropsychology

Supervisor: Shannon Scratch

Program: Bloorview Research Institute

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.

The student will have the opportunity to contribute to various projects over the summer term exploring the neuropsychological implications following acquired brain injury. The student's role will involve assisting with recruitment of research participants, completing background literature reviews, and data collection. The student will gain practical experience working with psychologists, psychological interns, and interdisciplinary team members, to learn about acquired brain injury and develop a repertoire of basic clinical and research skills.

Compensation Details

The program runs for 12 weeks from May 6, 2019 - July 26, 2019. Students will be paid $14.00 per hour based on a 37.5 hour week (full-time), less statutory deductions, including 4% in lieu of vacation and relevant statutory holiday pay. Students will be paid biweekly through payroll.

Key Responsibilities

  • Data gathering, entry, analysis.
  • General administrative and clerical functions to support projects.
  • Development of program materials and assistance with presentations and teaching.
  • Literature searching and review.
  • Additional duties assigned as required.

Qualifications

    • Student must be enrolled as a 3rd or 4th student in an undergraduate Psychology degree program or equivalent
    • Student must have completed at least one research method course.
    • Able to utilize skills learned in academic studies in this position.
    • Able to communicate effectively with staff and clients.
    • Demonstrated understanding of a Family-Centered Care service delivery model.
    • Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
    • Demonstrates ability to work as part of a team and be a team player.
    • Shows accuracy and attention to detail.
    • Able to organize work to ensure deadlines are met and follow-up is complete.
    • Has working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Excel.
    • Applies data management skills and principles.

Application

Please submit the following in one (1) pdf file in the order indicated below:

  1. Cover letter including the following:
    • What program of study are you currently enrolled in?
    • What year are you within your program of study?
    • Please indicate your future academic ambitions.
    • Please indicate your academic average as a percentage (e.g. 80%) for the last two (2) years of study.
    • Do you have research experience? If so, please provide details of your research experience.
    • Do you have experience working with children with disabilities? If so, please provide details.
  2. A copy of your most recent curriculum vitae (CV)
  3. A copy of your most recent unofficial university transcript
  4. One letter of reference from a professor or previous employer

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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