| POSITION TITLE |
Research Assistant I |
| DEPARTMENT |
LTRI |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
Temporary Part Time |
| HOURS OF WORK |
15 to 24 hours per week ( must be available at least half a day on Wednesday) |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Principal Investigator |
Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute of Mount Sinai Hospital, a University of Toronto affiliated research centre, is one of the world's leading centres in biomedical research. With ground-breaking discoveries in many areas of research in neonatology, the Institute is committed to excellence in health research and the training of young investigators. Strong partnerships with the clinical programs of Mount Sinai Hospital ensure that scientific knowledge is used to promote human health. Your significant contributions will assist in maintaining our momentum in advancing our research.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Research Assistant is needed for endocrinology clinic at Mount Sinai Hospital for study on diabetes in pregnancy.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Screen and enroll patients in clinical studies pertaining to diabetes in pregnancy.
- Conduct study visits with pregnant women, infants, and toddlers.
- Take anthropometric measurements including skinfold measures.
- Data entry and other clerical tasks.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Relevant university degree. Ideal for student with a previous degree or in a master’s program.
- Must be available at least half a day on Wednesdays (clinic day), plus part of the day usually Mondays and/or Fridays.
- Occasional travel to be expected.
In accordance with Institute’s policy and legislated health and safety requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures, and training. Successful candidates will be required to provide two (2) written reference letters from their former employer(s)/supervisor(s).
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our people and patients, Sinai Health has made it a priority to support everyone in getting vaccinated against COVID-19. Consistent with this, our Staff Immunization & Surveillance Policy was recently updated to include the requirement for full vaccination – currently defined as receiving two doses and serving a 14-day waiting period following the second dose – in order to be able to work at Sinai Health. To be compliant with our updated Policy, you must provide proof of dual COVID-19 vaccination, as indicated on the Prospective Immunization and Surveillance Policy Information Sheet, in order to be eligible for employment at Sinai Health. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.
We are a fully committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, women and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Sinai Health community. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under our Access for People with Disabilities policy. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance.
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrier-free workplace supported by the Institute’s accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.
| Posting open until February 4, 2022. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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