Research Analyst - Clinical Research

CAMH; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health is seeking a passionate Research Analyst to support a transformative study on youth mental health. This role offers the opportunity to engage directly with participants, conduct assessments, and contribute to groundbreaking research that aims to reshape mental health care for adolescents. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people facing mental health challenges. If you are eager to apply your skills in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with youth and families facing mental health challenges.
• Experience with neuroimaging and mobile sensing data collection is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Schedule interviews and recruit participants for mental health study.
• Administer diagnostic assessments and maintain study records.

Skills

Neuropsychological assessments

Structured diagnostic interviews

Database management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Bilingualism (French/English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology

Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience

Tools

REDCap

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

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Job Description

Through its core values of Courage, 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 Health is Health.

To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at: www.camh.ca. To view our Land Acknowledgment, please click here.

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is the largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital in Canada and a leading research center. Our services aim to transform the lives of those affected by mental health and substance use challenges, providing patient-centered, comprehensive, coordinated care.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Research Manager and Principal Investigator, CAMH is seeking a full-time, 12-month contract Research Analyst to support a 5-year study on youth and adolescents with mental health multimorbidity. The project focuses on understanding mental health care trajectories in youth aged 11-25, involving diverse clinical sampling, standardized data collection, and deep phenotyping to support clinical trials.

The Research Analyst will be responsible for scheduling interviews, recruiting and screening participants, leading informed consent, administering diagnostic assessments, and assisting with procedural visits. Additional duties include maintaining study records, data entry, preparing data for presentations and publications, and other administrative tasks. The role requires evening and weekend shifts, primarily at the 1001 Queen Street site, with travel as needed.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Neuroscience, with at least one year of relevant experience working with youth and families facing mental health challenges. Experience with neuropsychological assessments (e.g., Wechsler, NIH Toolbox), structured diagnostic interviews (e.g., KSADS-5, SCID-5), and clinical scales (e.g., RCADS-25) is required. Prior experience with neuroimaging, handling biological specimens, and mobile sensing data collection is an asset. Skills in database management (e.g., REDCap), literature review, and synthesis are essential. Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and data management software is required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are crucial. Bilingualism (French/English) or additional language skills are assets.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care