Research Assistant I (TFT 1.0 FTE)

The Royal; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health care institution is seeking a Research Assistant I for a temporary full-time position at the Institute of Mental Health Research. The role involves providing research support, data management, and assisting in research publications while working closely with a multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals pursuing a career in clinical research.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience in a clinical research environment is preferable.
• Bilingual (French and English) is an asset.
• Basic knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practices.

Responsibilities

• Provides research support under direct supervision.
• Conducts screening interviews to collect study participant data.
• Assists in preparation of materials for publications or grants.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in progress or completed

Tools

SPSS

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: IMHR25-006E Title: Research Assistant I (TFT 1.0 FTE) Position Status: Temporary Full-time Contract End Date: 08/14/2026 FTE: 1.0 Job Schedule: Days Department: IMHR Union: Non-union Site: Institute of Mental Health Research (IMHR) Number of Vacancies: 1

About The Royal

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

Position Description

Position Title:Research Assistant I

Immediate Supervisor:SBC Coordinator & SBC Director

Reporting Supervisor:Director Clinical Research Administration, IMHR

Contract:Temporary, full time, 37.5/week; 1 year

The Sexual Behaviours Clinic (SBC) has an immediate opportunity for a Research Assistant I.

Summary Of Responsibilities

The Research Assistant I (RA) provides research support under the direct supervision of the Supervisor/Principal Investigator, Research Coordinator, Research Associate and/or Research Manager, as applicable.

Major Responsibilities

• Research project implementation:
• Abides by established IMHR policies, procedures and objectives, as well as quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control requirements, for all aspects of field and laboratory operations.
• May be responsible for conducting screening interviews to collect study participant data.
• May obtain clinical data on research participants.
• Prepares detailed notes of all interactions with participants and transfers data to appropriate system.
• Enters and verifies data collected, using databases and protocols set up by supervisors.
• Must ensure quality of data through collection and analysis periods.
• Ability to independently organize data.
• Assists in the modification and maintenance of electronic and paper data management systems.
• Monitors supply inventory.
• Utilizes, and reports on, effectiveness of equipment and supplies to supervisor.
• May liaise with research collaborators, research team members, Research Ethics Board staff, IMHR grants and finance staff, study sponsors and/or regulatory bodies.
• Assists researchers to ensure compliance with scientific review and research ethics processes; completes relevant application forms and obtains required signatures.
• Grant, Manuscript, Abstract and Presentation Preparation:
• May assist in preparation of materials for presentation, publications or grants.
• Organizes, edits, and drafts correspondence to publishers, grantors, contractors, and professional accreditation bodies.
• Assists in drafting grant applications, abstracts, manuscripts, journal presentations, journal articles, letters to the editor, reports and research protocols.
• Ensures that the necessary agency or publisher specifications are met, that all necessary authorizations and signatures have been obtained and that strict deadlines are met.
• Assists researchers with literature searches of various literature databases using established search criteria or by developing appropriate search criteria.
• Maintains a database of bibliographic references using appropriate software.
• May manage researchers grant cost centres and coordinate financial activity:
• Records, monitors and signs for financial transactions, as authorized (e.g. participant reimbursement).
• Assists researcher(s)’ and staff members in developing budgets and budget justifications consistent with grantor/contractor eligibility requirements and IMHR policies; liaises with IMHR Administration as necessary.
• Other
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Participates in advancing the goals and objectives of the SBC.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in progress or completed.
• Minimum six months experience in a clinical research environment is preferable.
• Experience and sound understanding of the areas of Forensic Mental Health, sexual interests/behaviours, and vulnerable populations.
• Bilingual (French and English) is an asset.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to communicate and interact competently and professionally at all levels within a broad and complex clinical research environment.
• Basic knowledge of research principles, methodology and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practices and relevant regulations, legislation and guidelines applicable to the clinical research field.
• Ability to follow data collection and management guidelines.
• SPSS experience is preferred.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Meticulous, detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including research related and statistical software.
  
  

Program Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume and a cover letter in one file that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications.
• The onboarding process will include a police check for work with vulnerable populations, and providing proof of immunizations.
• The Royal is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
• **IMHR sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted**
  
  

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

Salary Range: $17.90 to $22.65 per hour

Additional Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
• Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below.
• The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
• The Royal is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.