Research Analyst - Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre

Ocean State Job Lot; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Research Analyst to support innovative research activities aimed at improving care for adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful research that impacts mental health and accessibility. The ideal candidate will work closely with clinicians and community partners, utilizing their analytical skills to conduct evaluations and engage with diverse populations. Join a forward-thinking team committed to fostering equity and inclusion in mental health care, and help shape the future of research in this vital field.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant research or clinical experience required.
• Experience with neurodevelopmental disabilities in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Support mixed methods evaluations related to mental health.
• Conduct surveys and interviews with marginalized populations.
• Prepare and submit REB applications and maintain documentation.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Knowledge Translation

Community Engagement

Bilingualism (French/English)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Promotion

Tools

REDCap

NVivo

SPSS

Microsoft Suite

Zoom

Teams

Job description

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Research Analyst - Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre

Through its core values ofCourage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan:Connected CAMH,to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental HealthisHealth.

To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at:www.camh.ca .

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The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is the largestmental health and addiction teaching hospital in Canada, as well as one of the world's leading research centres in its field.Our services are delivered to help transform the lives of people affected by mental illness and addictions. Our goal is to tailor treatment to each individual, providing patient-centred, comprehensive, coordinated care.

Reporting directly to the Research Manager of the Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre, CAMH is seeking a full-time, 6-month contract Research Analyst to support a variety of research activities within the Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre. The Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre is the first research and education centre in Canada dedicated to improving care for adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities and mental health challenges. The Centre’s efforts are organized around four pillars – research excellence, clinical innovation, education and training, and knowledge exchange.

This position will involve expertise and knowledge around people with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their family members, as well as patient-oriented research and patient engagement. The ideal candidate will be capable of conducting daily tasks with minimal supervision on projects overseen by Azrieli Centre Clinician-Scientists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support mixed methods evaluations, particularly related to mindfulness, mental health, or virtual program accessibility for adults with developmental disabilities and their support networks
• Contribute to and develop knowledge translation materials tailored to autistic adults, family caregivers, and service providers
• Support participant recruitment and engagement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and marginalized populations, with a strong equity lens
• Conduct surveys, interviews, and focus groups, in-person and virtually, with participants who may experience marginalization or stigma
• Liaise with family advisors and individuals with lived experience with developmental disabilities to integrate feedback into research design and outputs
• Prepare and submit REB applications and maintain research documentation with high ethical and procedural rigour
• Work closely with CAMH staff and external community partners to design and execute stakeholder-informed program evaluations
• Perform qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis using tools like NVivo, SPSS, REDCap, and Microsoft Suite
• Translate findings into accessible reports, plain-language summaries, infographics, and content for public-facing platforms
• Support manuscript development, conference abstracts, and presentations

The individual will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork, and complies with all applicable CAMH policies and regulatory and legislative requirements.

This position is located at 1025 Queen Street West.

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Promotion or related degree combined with one (1) year of relevant research or clinical experience.

• Prior research or service experience with individuals and/or families with neurodevelopmental disabilities is required in both clinical and community settings.
• Direct experience with knowledge translation, virtual program facilitation, and evaluation frameworks
• Experience with community-based participatory research (CBPR) or peer-led initiatives
• Proficiency in REDCap, NVivo, SPSS, Microsoft Suite, and remote engagement platforms (Zoom, Teams)
• Strong analytical thinking skills, and can exercise initiative and good judgment.
• Superior organizational skills with high attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and integrity in all work while meeting project deadlines and requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills along with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, study investigators, co-researchers,and within a dynamic inter-professional team environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a variety of settings with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.

CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.

CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

CAMH is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace that is free from any form of discrimination and harassment. We actively encourage individuals from equity-deserving communities, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized communities, LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including those who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges) to apply for our available positions.We appreciate the interest of all applicants and wish to ensure that all candidates have an equitable opportunity. If you require any accommodations during the interview process, please inform us.If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by emailing [e-mail] or calling 416 535 8501 x 32400. Please note that we will not respond to any calls or emails related to employment inquiries.

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