The Geriatric Psychopharmacology Research Group at Sunnybrook Research Institute is seeking a research assistant to provide support to research and scientists in geriatric psychiatry for both investigator-initiated and industry-sponsor research projects as well as aid in the development, implementation, running and publication of research studies.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines while conducting clinical research activities
• Conduct and score tests and questionnaires related to cognition, mood and behaviour, functional status, quality of life, etc.
• Assist with patient screening, recruitment and consent
• Maintain research databases
• Collect, organize, manage and enter data into paper and electronic case report forms
• Liaise with investigators and other study staff
• Monitor and promote the quality and integrity of data

Qualifications:

The candidate will have:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g. life or health sciences)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and professionally, as well as in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive data information

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a research setting
• Completed training for Good Clinical Practice

Qualified Applicants, please submit a Cover Letter along with your Resume/CV

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.