Share Email Opening Title Research Coordinator  Category Research   Req Number RES-20-00007   Open Date 6/1/2020   Number of Openings 1   Department Bloorview Research Institute  Work type Temporary Part-time  Grade Grade 6 ($32.38/hr to $40.54/hr)  FTE 0.25  Posting Close Date 06/11/2020  Description Applications are invited for a temporary, part-time Research Coordinator (10 hours/week, June 29th to October 2nd, with the possibility of extension) who is interested in experiences of childhood disability, as well as planning and designing communities for accessibility and inclusion. The successful candidate will work with Dr. Tim Ross at the Bloorview Research Institute (fully affiliated with the University of Toronto). The candidate can expect to work on interdisciplinary research projects pertaining to education access, transportation and mobility, inclusive play, and/or institutional ableism. Other work may involve leading or contributing to research ethics protocols, grant applications, peer-reviewed publications, and literature reviews. Some administrative duties may be required. Please submit a resume (including contact information for your references) and a customized cover letter outlining how your training and experience satisfy the responsibilities and qualifications noted below. Please also include a recent writing sample. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for some of the following items: Leading or contributing to the preparation of research ethics protocols and/or grant applications Leading or contributing to a scoping review project concerning air travel Leading or contributing to a peer-reviewed article that draws upon interview data from one of two projects: (1) a school travel study, or (2) an inclusive play study. Liaising with project partners, as required Coordinating and participating in project meetings Other duties as assigned Qualifications Masters degree in disability studies, planning, rehabilitation sciences, inclusive design, occupational therapy/science, sociology, or a related field Minimum two years research experience Demonstrated experience/interest in disability studies, childhood studies, urban planning, transport and mobility, inclusive design, institutional organization, and/or qualitative methods Experience conducting scoping and/or systematic reviews Meticulous attention to detail and committed to producing high quality work Excellent writing skills and capable of writing for different audiences (e.g., academic, general public, and policymaker/practitioner audiences) Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Skilled in organization, time/priority management, interpersonal communications, and problem-solving Skilled in MS Office and NVivo. Skills with Adobe software (e.g., Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator) will be considered an asset Capable of engaging challenges with creativity, diplomacy, and tact Some flexibility in working 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. 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: