| POSITION TITLE |
Research Assistant I |
| DEPARTMENT |
LTRI (Ontario Birth Study) |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
Temporary, Full-Time |
| HOURS OF WORK |
37.5 hours per week |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non-Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Principal Investigator |
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute of Sinai Health System, a University of Toronto affiliated research centre, is one of the world's leading centres in biomedical research. With ground-breaking discoveries in research areas such as diabetes, genetic disorders, cancer and women’s and infants’ health, the Institute is committed to excellence in health research and the training of young investigators. Strong partnerships with the clinical programs of Sinai Health System 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 Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is one of Canada’s leading biomedical research institutes, offering a stimulating research environment. The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of the Lead Investigators and Research Coordinators of the Ontario Birth Study/Ontario Birth Study Kids.
The Research Assistant will primarily perform a variety of tasks related to the follow-up of mothers participating in a pregnancy study and the assessment of the cognitive and behavioural development of their children. In addition, some tasks related to the pregnancy study may be required. Duties will include conducting home visits and telephone follow-ups, coding and data entry, and providing other research support functions.
This is a one-year parental leave replacement position, with the possibility of extension.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Follow-up of study participants by email and telephone and mailing of relevant material
- Conduct telephone interviews
- Conduct home visits in the GTA involving administration of questionnaires and child development tools and collection of biological samples (saliva)
- Score and code information collected
- Enter study data into databases and conduct quality and error checks
- Perform other research-related tasks as required
REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experiences:
- Bachelor’s degree in health and/or social sciences or a health-related discipline is required.
- 1+ years of relevant experience. Skills and experience in working with people, particularly mothers and children are an asset.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Skills and experience in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Access
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Aptitude for attention to detail
- Ability to work with a multidisciplinary research team
- Ability and availability to travel throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) as required for the position
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as required for the position
- Valid G-class driver’s license
- Fluency in other languages is considered an asset
Pay rate:
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 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.
Our hiring process uses job posting portals that screen relevant keywords, followed by a review from a human recruiter.
| Posting open until November 13, 2026. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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