Scientist - Brain Computer Interface (BCI)

at  Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

The Bloorview Research Institute at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital invite applications for a scientist in the field of brain computer interface (BCI).
The successful candidate will lead a stellar program of research with a focus on development, and children and youth with disabilities and developmental differences, and their families. The individual will be responsible for securing competitive research funding, attracting, and training top-notch graduate students, publishing high impact journal articles and leading knowledge translation activities. The scientist is expected to interface seamlessly with clinical and research teams at Holland Bloorview.
Candidates must have: a PhD in a related field, and a proven record of accomplishments in BCI including core technical expertise encompassing mental task paradigms and associated experimental designs for eliciting specific brain signals, different modalities for interrogating the developing brain, advanced neural signal processing, application and evaluation of machine learning algorithms, deep learning architectures and cognate training approaches, biomedical instrumentation especially neural activity sensors, and image processing. Demonstrated innovation in research and a promising track record of scholarship are also required. Post-doctoral training or equivalent is preferred. Experience working with diverse populations is preferred.
Candidates must be eligible for an appointment in a cognate department/institute at the University of Toronto.
Competencies required include: ability to formulate and lead an innovative, research program in BCI and; superb scientific writing abilities and proficiency with writing journal articles; ability to work collaboratively with clinical teams in an interdisciplinary academic environment, ability to effectively communicate with clinicians and faculty of diverse backgrounds; strong grasp of emerging knowledge translation practices; compelling potential to contribute to evidence-based practice and best-practice guidelines; exemplary mentorship skills with potential to train the next generation of innovative scientists; excellent teaching and presentation skills; and proven analytical skills and critical thinking.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT A CURRICULUM VITAE, A MAXIMUM 2-PAGE RESEARCH PLAN, 3 REPRESENTATIVE JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS AND NAMES OF 3 ACADEMIC REFERENCES.

Start Date: April 1, 2025
Deadline: Posted until filled
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s largest children’s rehabilitation hospital, fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. Chosen as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by the Globe and Mail and listed among Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals since 2013, Holland Bloorview is a unique and exceptional place to work. We pioneer treatments, technologies, therapies and real-world programs that give children with disabilities the tools to participate fully in life. The Bloorview Research Institute is Canada’s only hospital-embedded childhood disability research institute. Client and family-centred care is among our core values. In fact, the Research Institute has established a system-leading family leadership program through which families are engaged as advisors, communicators, reviewers and research family engagement committee members. Our world-class scientists currently hold 6 hospital-university endowed research chairs and 2 Canada Research Chairs. Research is closely integrated with teaching and clinical practice via the Centre for Leadership.
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.

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