Share Email Opening Title Research Assistant - PRISM Lab  Category Research   Req Number RES-22-00018   Open Date 5/27/2022   Number of Openings 1   Department Bloorview Research Institute  Work type Temporary Full-Time  Grade Grade 4 ($26.80/hr to $32.03/hr)  FTE 1.00  Posting Close Date 06/08/2022  Description Title: Research Assistant Status: Temporary Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Start Date: June 15, 2022 End Date: March 31, 2023 Lab: PRISM Lab Supervisor: Fanny Hotzé & Tom Chau Program: Bloorview Research Institute   Description We are looking for a Research Assistant to join the PRISM Lab at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. The PRISM (Pediatric Rehabilitation Intelligent Systems Multidisciplinary) Lab is a dynamic multidisciplinary team focused on maximizing possibilities for children and youth with disabilities and their families. We work closely with children, families, and clinicians to create and evaluate innovative technological solutions that provide children with severe disabilities new opportunities to interact with the world around them.   The successful candidate will support a study on a novel computer access solution which children with cerebral palsy will be able to customize at home with the help of their families. They will also support other access technology-related projects in the lab.    A valid driver's license and access to a car are required for this position. Some tasks, including off-site travel, may occur during evenings or weekends.   Key Responsibilities Assist research team with administrative tasks, ethics submissions, and reports Recruit participants through approved means Conduct and document consent sessions with participants and their families Conduct and document data collection sessions with children and families, ensuring a positive and engaging experience for participants Manage logistics for data collection (scheduling sessions with participants, booking rooms, preparing and testing equipment, etc.) Maintain study documentation Prepare knowledge translation materials (presentations, video tutorials, user manuals, etc.) Prepare electronic surveys to support remote data collection Other duties as assigned   Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Master's degree in rehabilitation, psychology, science, or other related field Experience conducting interviews and collecting data with participants Experience managing a research study Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency with technology Exceptional organization, time management, and priority setting skills Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team Experience with children and/or non-verbal individuals with disabilities Valid driver's license and access to a car required Knowledge of access technologies an asset Ability to work flexible hours an asset   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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