| POSITION TITLE |
Research Assistant II |
| DEPARTMENT |
LTRI (Neonatal Hemodynamics Research Program) |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
Temporary, Part-Time |
| HOURS OF WORK |
7.5 - 24 hours per week |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non-Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Principal Investigator |
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute of Mount Sinai Hospital, a University of Toronto affiliated research center, is one of the world's leading centers in biomedical research. With ground-breaking discoveries in research areas such as diabetes, genetic disorders, cancer, and women's and infant health, 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
The Neonatal Hemodynamics Research Program, under the Department of Paediatrics, is dedicated to improving clinical care and reducing the burden of cardiovascular and neurological disease in preterm neonates. A leader in the field of neonatal echocardiography, the primary goals of the program are to enable enhanced diagnostic precision to improve clinical decision making and to identify best practices in newborn intensive care to achieve better cardiorespiratory and neurological outcomes for these fragile infants. The program also encompasses research in acute and chronic respiratory illnesses in preterm infants.
We are seeking highly organized, detail-oriented, and dedicated temporary part time (12 month contract) Research Assistant to join the Neonatal Hemodynamics Research Program. This position does include after-hours and on-call work to support patient recruitment during evenings and weekends as required (approximately 0-8 hours a week). In addition to evening and weekend recruitment, the candidate must have some flexibility to work approximately two regular daytime shifts a week (approximately 16 hours). The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Clinical Research Manager but must be able to work independently and effectively.
The successful candidate will:
- Perform initial screening of patients via charts and electronic medical records to determine eligibility for participation in clinical trials and prospective observational studies
- Approach families for informed consent in the Neonatal Intensive Care, Antenatal High Risk, and Labour & Delivery units for their newborns’ participation in research studies, often within short recruitment windows
- Organize study procedures by liaising with clinical teams for ultrasound, brain monitoring, respiratory, laboratory and pharmacy orders
- Collect and enter data from electronic medical records into electronic study databases and maintain study logs
- Ensure strict compliance with the study protocols and applicable standard operating procedures
- Establish and maintain regular and strong working relationships with families, research team members and clinical staff
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and initiative for all projects within the research team’s portfolio. The incumbent may be assigned other duties as directed by the supervising investigator or Clinical Research Manager.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Degree: Bachelor’s degree (in a relevant field)
Discipline(s): Health sciences, medical sciences, physiology, neuroscience
Required skills and experience:
- Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in clinical research and patient recruitment in an academic research environment
- Familiarity with research processes including data collection and data entry
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with interdisciplinary research teams
- Excellent coordination, time management, and organization skills and flexibility to adapt to changing workload
- Ability to manage confidential and sensitive data and information; maintaining professionalism, diplomacy, and tact in high pressure situations
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to demonstrate sensitivity and compassion when interacting with families
- Exceptional attention to details and proven ability to learn new skills
- Skilled in the use of computerized systems, equipment and databases
Additional assets:
- Familiarity with and/or interest in neonatology and obstetrics
- Research experience in the neonatal intensive care or labour and delivery unit
- Experience with physiological, neuromonitoring or hemodynamics related data
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).
We are 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 June 6, 2025. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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