Research Analyst - Child and Youth Services

Job Description

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is the largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital in Canada, as well as one of the world's leading research centres in its field. Our services are delivered to help transform the lives of people affected by mental health and substance use challenges. Our goal is to tailor treatment to each individual, providing patient-centered, comprehensive, coordinated care.

CAMH is seeking a part-time, contract (12 months) Research Analyst to support the Toronto Adolescent and Youth (TAY) Cohort Study, a 5-year research study supported by the Discovery Fund that will recruit and follow 1,500 youth to determine who is at highest risk of developing psychosis and the relationship between risk and functional outcomes. Reporting to the Research Manager and working closely with the Study Investigators, the Research Analyst will be primarily responsible for scheduling human participant interviews, recruiting and screening research participants, leading the informed consent process, conducting laboratory and neuroimaging visits, and administering structured diagnostic interviews, clinical scales and cognitive testing. The Research Analyst will also assist with scheduling other procedural visits and will accompany participants to these visits. The Research Analyst will be responsible for preparing and maintaining participant study records and documentation, data entry and database maintenance, preparing data for presentations and peer-reviewed research papers, and other administrative duties as required. You will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable CAMH policies, as well as all regulatory and legislative requirements. This position requires evening and weekend shifts and is primarily located at 80 Workman Way, with travel between sites, as required.

Minimum Requirements

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or neuroscience combined with one (1) year of relevant clinical or research experience with youth, young adults and / or families with mental health challenges. Previous experience in screening, recruiting, and leading the informed consent process with research participants is required. Previous experience in administration of neuropsychological assessments (e.g., RAVLT, LMT), structured diagnostic interviewing (e.g., KSADS-5, SCID-5), and clinical rating scales (e.g., SRS-2) is an asset. Previous experience with neuroimaging (e.g. MRI, EEG, PET) and handling specimens (e.g. blood, urine) is an asset. Candidates will also have demonstrated ability to maintain large databases and use electronic data capture methods (e.g. REDCap) and will have literature review and synthesis skills. Proficiency with word processing, PowerPoint and database software packages is required. The ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and diverse stakeholders is essential. Demonstrated communications skills (both oral and written) are required as is the ability to explain complex issues in plain language. Competency in following best practices and Standard Operating Procedures will be expected. The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, the ability to exercise initiative and good judgment, and be able to meet deadlines while working independently with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will also have the ability to multi-task and produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will require the ability to work effectively in a variety of settings with individuals from diverse backgrounds. The ideal candidate will have a proactive mindset, with demonstrated ability to problem solve and flexibly adapt in a dynamic environment.