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.

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

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