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SickKids Clinical Research Project Assistant, Neuroscience & Mental Health - POND Network in Toronto, Ontario
Clinical Research Project Assistant, Neuroscience & Mental Health - POND Network
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Job ID
23821
Location
Toronto, Ontario
Annualized Hiring Range
$56,022 - $77,038
*Compensation commensurate with experience
Dept/Program Name
Neuroscience & Mental Health
Target Openings
2
Work Type
In Person
Hours of Work
35.00
FTE
1.00
Contract Length
1 year
Level of Police Check
Criminal & Judicial Record
Date Posted
2026-03-12
Deadline to Apply
2026-03-19
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About SickKids
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World .
Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.
Position Description
Clinical Research Project Assistant - POND Network
The Crosbie Lab (https://lab.research.sickkids.ca/crosbie/) is currently seeking a full time clinical research project assistant (CRPA) to work in the area of neurodevelopmental disorders primarily on the Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network (https://lab.research.sickkids.ca/schachar/the-pond-network/) project. This research lab conducts clinical-research assessments of children with neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g. ADHD, OCD) and the successful applicant will be interacting with colleagues of various disciplines and levels of training along with interacting with patients and their families.
Here's What You'll Get to Do:
Work closely with other clinical research staff, manager and/or PI within the research lab
Work closely with clinical staff within the Psychiatry Department
Obtain informed consent from study participants and their families
Administer research tasks to study participants (children and youth)
Phone subjects to confirm appointments
Contact participants to follow up on research questionnaires and tasks
Administration and maintenance of online questionnaire database (REDCap)
Collecting DNA samples from participants via saliva samples and/or requesting blood draws for samples in EPIC
Assist with other lab related administrative tasks
Perform data management including checking data for accuracy and completeness, scoring data, entering data and data cleaning
Aid in training and supervision of COOP students and volunteers
Here's What You Need:
Post-secondary degree in psychology, social sciences or a health related discipline
Preference is given to those with clinical research experience
Ability to function independently yet collaboratively within a team
Effective communication, interpersonal, facilitation and organizational skills; as well as excellent attention to detail
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet)
Experience working with children and families is an asset
Experience working with REDCap is an asset
A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives
Employment Type:
Full Time; 35 hours per week
Temporary; 1 year contract with possibility for renewal
May require flexible hours, including some weekend and holiday shifts
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Our Commitment to Diversity
SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion. (https://www.sickkids.ca/en/about/edi/workplace-inclusion/)
Accessibility & Accommodation
If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team (ask.hr@sickkids.ca) . SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
How To Apply
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