Jr. Imaging Analyst (SRI) - Evaluative Clinical Sciences - Regular Full-time 2025-13501 (2025-13501)

Sunnybrook; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnybrook Research Institute is seeking a full-time Junior Research Analyst for its neuroimaging laboratory. The role involves implementing analysis techniques and managing research documentation while working in a diverse and inclusive environment. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

Commitment to inclusion and diversity

Support for accessible employment practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Solid understanding of neuroanatomy.
• Experience with neuroimaging analysis is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Implement in-house brain image analysis techniques.
• Perform literature reviews and maintain study documentation.
• Troubleshoot technical issues independently.

Skills

Creative problem-solving

Strong organization and time management

Self-motivated

Ability to adapt to changing priorities

Attention to visual details

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Linux command-line interfaces

Job description

The Dr. Sandra Black Centre for Brain Resilience & Recovery is currently seeking a full-time Junior Research Analyst to join our neuroimaging laboratory within the LC Campbell Cognitive Neurology research unit. Our neuroimaging lab specializes in the development and application of cutting-edge multi-modal brain imaging analyses to study neurovascular and neurodegenerative diseases causing dementia. Under the supervision of Dr. Sandra E. Black, you will report to the Imaging Lab Manager, receive direction from other clinical research staff, and work with the team to produce high-quality neuroimaging data.

Your primary responsibility will be to implement an in-house developed brain image analysis technique used to acquire biomarkers from patients’ structural and functional MRI. Additional duties include: study administration, creating/maintaining study documentation, data cleaning/maintenance, quality control, performing literature reviews, creating figures/tables for manuscripts, presenting findings, and training visiting clinical/postdoctoral fellows and staff. After training, you are expected to independently troubleshoot technical issues using your knowledge and research skills. We support a work environment committed to inclusion and diversity.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline
• Solid understanding of neuroanatomy
• Proficiency with computers and learning new software/applications
• Exceptional attention to visual details
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and priorities
• Self-motivated, eager, independent learner
• Ability to explore and design innovative research approaches

Assets

• Experience with academic/clinical research studies
• Experience with neuroimaging analysis
• Experience with command-line interfaces (e.g., Linux: bash)
• Co-authored conference abstracts, presentations, or publications

We thank you for your interest. Application screening will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume/CV.

Sunnybrook Research Institute is committed to accessible employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please indicate if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

Sunnybrook Research Institute values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, including visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others contributing to diversity of ideas.