Research Assistant - Dr. Laura McAdam
About the role
Title: Research Assistant
Program: Bloorview Research Institute
Reporting to: Dr. Laura McAdam
Work Status: Temporary, Part-time
Start Date: August 2025
End Date: August 2026
We are seeking a temporary part-time (0.8 FTE) Research Assistant with experience working in a fast-paced research environment. As a Research Assistant within the Bloorview Research Institute, the successful candidate will work alongside an interdisciplinary research team on projects focusing on Pediatric Neuromuscular conditions and Rett syndrome. Primary focus will be creating research informed therapy guide. Strong critical thinking skills, effective communication skills (i.e. verbal, written, interpersonal) and excellent organization and time management are required to successfully carry out the responsibilities of this position.
This role will require some evening and weekend hours when conducting interviews.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include the following:
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Support recruitment of participants and act as a liaison communicating study information with participants
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Conduct participant interviews
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Prepare research protocols, research ethics submissions and amendments
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Support regulated clinical trial visits and data entry
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Support knowledge translation activities
Qualifications, Skills, & Abilities
- A minimum of an undergraduate degree in sciences, social sciences or health-related discipline
- Previous research experience is desirable with 2 years of experience
- Effective communication, interpersonal, facilitation and organizational skills
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet and MEDLINE searches)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Experience conducting literature reviews, conducting interviews, analyzing qualitative data, and writing manuscripts an asset
About Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada's largest children's rehabilitation hospital.
Our vision is to create a world of possibility for kids with disability. We pioneer treatments, technologies, therapies and real-world programs that give children with disabilities the tools to participate fully in life.
Holland Bloorview serves about 7,000 children each year, with about 600 inpatient admissions and 52,000 outpatient visits. Holland Bloorview is a world-class teaching hospital fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. We train future health-care specialists in the field of childhood disability. The Bloorview Research Institute is located onsite, allowing us to integrate cutting-edge research and teaching with frontline care to improve children's quality of life.
Research Assistant - Dr. Laura McAdam
About the role
Title: Research Assistant
Program: Bloorview Research Institute
Reporting to: Dr. Laura McAdam
Work Status: Temporary, Part-time
Start Date: August 2025
End Date: August 2026
We are seeking a temporary part-time (0.8 FTE) Research Assistant with experience working in a fast-paced research environment. As a Research Assistant within the Bloorview Research Institute, the successful candidate will work alongside an interdisciplinary research team on projects focusing on Pediatric Neuromuscular conditions and Rett syndrome. Primary focus will be creating research informed therapy guide. Strong critical thinking skills, effective communication skills (i.e. verbal, written, interpersonal) and excellent organization and time management are required to successfully carry out the responsibilities of this position.
This role will require some evening and weekend hours when conducting interviews.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include the following:
-
Support recruitment of participants and act as a liaison communicating study information with participants
-
Conduct participant interviews
-
Prepare research protocols, research ethics submissions and amendments
-
Support regulated clinical trial visits and data entry
-
Support knowledge translation activities
Qualifications, Skills, & Abilities
- A minimum of an undergraduate degree in sciences, social sciences or health-related discipline
- Previous research experience is desirable with 2 years of experience
- Effective communication, interpersonal, facilitation and organizational skills
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet and MEDLINE searches)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Experience conducting literature reviews, conducting interviews, analyzing qualitative data, and writing manuscripts an asset
About Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada's largest children's rehabilitation hospital.
Our vision is to create a world of possibility for kids with disability. We pioneer treatments, technologies, therapies and real-world programs that give children with disabilities the tools to participate fully in life.
Holland Bloorview serves about 7,000 children each year, with about 600 inpatient admissions and 52,000 outpatient visits. Holland Bloorview is a world-class teaching hospital fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. We train future health-care specialists in the field of childhood disability. The Bloorview Research Institute is located onsite, allowing us to integrate cutting-edge research and teaching with frontline care to improve children's quality of life.