About the role
Job Description
Through its core values ofCourage, Respect and Excellence**, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan:Connected CAMH,to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental HealthisHealth.**
To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at:www.camh.ca.
To view our Land Acknowledgment, please clickhere****.
The Temerty Centre for Therapeutic Brain Intervention is seeking 1 casual Research Analyst. The incumbent will report to the Manager and join a productive team in one of the world’s leading centres in treatment, research and training related to brain stimulation therapies. In addition to clinical treatment trials, the team also specializes in neurophysiology studies aimed at providing novel insights into brain function in individuals with psychiatric disorders.
Duties primarily include but are not limited to the administration of brain stimulation protocols and neurophysiological paradigms, which include Transcranial Magnetic stimulation (TMS), Paired associative stimulation (PAS), Electroencephalogram (EEG), and Electromyography (EMG) and working with neuronavigation software and protocols. In addition, the incumbent will provide support with research procedures to the treatment team in a number of randomized controlled trials comparing the efficacy and safety of convulsive therapies. Further, the incumbent will provide support to the Principal Investigator in neurophysiology data analysis, data quality management, and data optimization. Additional duties include clinical and cognitive assessments of enrolled participants, independent participant recruitment, education and dissemination of information about studies to patients, families and mental health professionals, assessment scoring and data entry, scheduling of study visits, escorting participants to study-related appointments, transporting samples, maintaining subject records and study documents, assisting with REB and other regulatory submissions. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable regulatory and legislative requirements. This position is located at 1025 Queen Street West but will require travel between the College/ Ursula Franklin and Queen Street sites. The incumbent must be adaptable and willing to work flexible hours in order to reasonably accommodate participants’ schedules.
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field combined with one (1) year of relevant experience. Experience working or volunteering in an academic laboratory setting and established skills in neurophysiological procedures related to brain stimulation are required. Previous experience in neurophysiological data processing and analysis is required. Previous experience with machine-learning based classification of evoked EEG-potential is required. Previous experience working with neuronavigation software is an asset. Previous experience in the administration of neuropsychological assessments, structured diagnostic interviewing, and clinical rating scales is an asset. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask are essential. Preference will be given to candidates with background and experience in working with individuals who have mental health and/or substance use challenges. Confidence in all components of Microsoft Office and Internet search engines is required. You must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to work effectively with a diverse population and within a dynamic team environment. Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.
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About CAMH
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital. CAMH combines clinical care, research, education, policy development and health promotion to help transform the lives of people affected by mental health and addiction issues.
As a teaching hospital, CAMH provides education, training, internships and residencies for students. People training to work in the health care field, including psychiatrists, psychologists, pharmacists, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers and laboratory technologists, come to CAMH for practical experience.
We believe that Mental Health is Health, and through our work we are building a movement for social change: raising awareness, challenging prejudice, and advocating for public policies that support mental health.
Please note that our social media channels are not monitored 24/7. If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, you are deserving of help - visit www.camh.ca/gethelp for more information. If you feel safe in the moment, follow up with your family physician or care team. If you require immediate, in-person emergency care, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency department.
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About the role
Job Description
Through its core values ofCourage, Respect and Excellence**, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan:Connected CAMH,to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental HealthisHealth.**
To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at:www.camh.ca.
To view our Land Acknowledgment, please clickhere****.
The Temerty Centre for Therapeutic Brain Intervention is seeking 1 casual Research Analyst. The incumbent will report to the Manager and join a productive team in one of the world’s leading centres in treatment, research and training related to brain stimulation therapies. In addition to clinical treatment trials, the team also specializes in neurophysiology studies aimed at providing novel insights into brain function in individuals with psychiatric disorders.
Duties primarily include but are not limited to the administration of brain stimulation protocols and neurophysiological paradigms, which include Transcranial Magnetic stimulation (TMS), Paired associative stimulation (PAS), Electroencephalogram (EEG), and Electromyography (EMG) and working with neuronavigation software and protocols. In addition, the incumbent will provide support with research procedures to the treatment team in a number of randomized controlled trials comparing the efficacy and safety of convulsive therapies. Further, the incumbent will provide support to the Principal Investigator in neurophysiology data analysis, data quality management, and data optimization. Additional duties include clinical and cognitive assessments of enrolled participants, independent participant recruitment, education and dissemination of information about studies to patients, families and mental health professionals, assessment scoring and data entry, scheduling of study visits, escorting participants to study-related appointments, transporting samples, maintaining subject records and study documents, assisting with REB and other regulatory submissions. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable regulatory and legislative requirements. This position is located at 1025 Queen Street West but will require travel between the College/ Ursula Franklin and Queen Street sites. The incumbent must be adaptable and willing to work flexible hours in order to reasonably accommodate participants’ schedules.
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field combined with one (1) year of relevant experience. Experience working or volunteering in an academic laboratory setting and established skills in neurophysiological procedures related to brain stimulation are required. Previous experience in neurophysiological data processing and analysis is required. Previous experience with machine-learning based classification of evoked EEG-potential is required. Previous experience working with neuronavigation software is an asset. Previous experience in the administration of neuropsychological assessments, structured diagnostic interviewing, and clinical rating scales is an asset. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask are essential. Preference will be given to candidates with background and experience in working with individuals who have mental health and/or substance use challenges. Confidence in all components of Microsoft Office and Internet search engines is required. You must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to work effectively with a diverse population and within a dynamic team environment. Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.
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About CAMH
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital. CAMH combines clinical care, research, education, policy development and health promotion to help transform the lives of people affected by mental health and addiction issues.
As a teaching hospital, CAMH provides education, training, internships and residencies for students. People training to work in the health care field, including psychiatrists, psychologists, pharmacists, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers and laboratory technologists, come to CAMH for practical experience.
We believe that Mental Health is Health, and through our work we are building a movement for social change: raising awareness, challenging prejudice, and advocating for public policies that support mental health.
Please note that our social media channels are not monitored 24/7. If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, you are deserving of help - visit www.camh.ca/gethelp for more information. If you feel safe in the moment, follow up with your family physician or care team. If you require immediate, in-person emergency care, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency department.