Share Email Opening Title Research Assistant (PEARL Lab)  Category Research   Req Number RES-19-00013   Open Date 5/8/2019   Number of Openings 1   Department Bloorview Research Institute  Work type Temporary Full-Time  Grade Grade 4 ($25.26/hr to $30.19/hr)  FTE 1.00  Posting Close Date 05/24/2019  Description Title: Research Assistant Type: Active Program: Possibility Engineering and Research Lab (PEARL), Bloorview Research Institute Reports to: Elaine Biddiss Work Status: Temporary Full-time (1.0 FTE) Contract: 1 year contract with strong possibility of extension Dates: July 2, 2019 - July 1, 2020 Salary: $25.26 - $30.19 Working within the Possibility Engineering and Research Lab (PEARL) and alongside an interdisciplinary research team including engineers, game developers, physio and occupational therapists, you will be part of various projects focused on the design, evaluation, and translation of interactive technologies to enable children with disabilities to participate more meaningfully in arts, music, physical activities, and therapies. Key Responsibilities Assist with organizing and running playtesting and design workshops; ensuring a positive and engaging experience for research participants and design partners; Responsible for recruitment, scheduling of appointments, and data collection for research studies; Assist with data entry and analysis; Organize study materials including study binders, ethics documents, and data Maintain study documentation; Assist with knowledge translation (e.g. web presence, social media, family engagement); Assist with Research Ethics Board submissions and documentation; Responsible for conducting literature searches; Assist in preparing grant applications and manuscripts; Prepare and submit purchase requisitions; expense forms; budget tracking Ensure research is conducted in compliance with the Bloorview Research Ethics Board and Tri-Council Policy Statement; Assist with inventory and maintenance of research equipment. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation, engineering, psychology, science, or other related field; Exceptional organizational skills; Exceptional communication skills; Strong written and oral communication skills; Ability to function independently, and yet collaboratively, within a research team; Demonstrated ability to work well with children; Demonstrated computer skills; Previous research experience is an asset; Experience with interviewing and qualitative methods an asset; Experience with statistical software packages and data analysis methods an asset; Experience with graphics design and communication an asset; Ability to work flexible hours an asset. Ability to speak multiple languages an asset. The ideal candidate will have a long-term commitment to developing his/her skills as a research assistant.   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. To search for an open position, please go to http://hollandbloorview.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Scientist - Neuroimaging in Toronto, ON Posted on: 12/4/2023 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found -- Follow us See who works here: