Research Assistant 2 - Institute for Mental Health Policy Research

CAMH; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health research institute in Toronto is seeking a Research Assistant 2 to support a clinical research team focused on psychosis, mood disorders, and substance use. The role involves participant recruitment, data entry, and assisting with study visits. Candidates should have a background in health or social sciences and relevant research experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of Community College education in health or social sciences.
• At least one year of experience in patient-oriented mental health research.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting and scheduling human participants.
• Assisting with study visits and data entry.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Community College education in health or social sciences

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

REDCap

Microsoft Office

Job description

Research Assistant 2 - Institute for Mental Health Policy Research

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The Biobehavioural Addictions and Concurrent Disorders Research Laboratory (BACDRL) in the Institute for Mental Health Policy Research (IMHPR) is seeking a casual Research Assistant 2. The incumbent will report to the Research Manager and join a highly productive CIHR-funded clinical research team investigating psychosis, mood disorders, and substance use through a multi-modal approach including brain stimulation and neurocognitive assessments, with a focus on cannabis abstinence studies to probe the role of cannabis and cannabinoids in major depressive disorder.

Responsibilities include:

• Recruiting and scheduling human participants
• Assisting with study visits
• Data entry
• Potentially assisting with other administrative duties as necessary

This position is located at 33 Ursula Franklin Street and may require some travel to 1001 Queen Street West.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of three (3) years of Community College education in health or social sciences; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• At least one year of experience in patient-oriented mental health, addictions, or concurrent disorders research
• Knowledge and experience with REDCap is an asset
• Proficiency in PC hardware and software, including Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, inter-professional team environment