Research Associate II

Job Description

Position : Research Associate II

Posting ID : 2024-38819

Status : Temporary Full Time (1 year )

Role Level : PG 08 ($36.33 - $45.41)

Dept : Research Operations, Institute for Better Health

Site : Mississauga Hospital

Hours of Work / Shifts : Monday - Friday .

Posted : August 22, 2024

Internal Deadline : untill filled

Trillium Health Partners - Institute for Better Health

Trillium Health Partners (THP) is the largest community-based hospital system in Canada. Comprised of Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga Hospital and Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities.

Trillium Health Partners is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto and is an associate member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network.

As THP’s research and innovation engine, the Institute for Better Health (IBH) is a core enabler of THP’s mission of a new kind of health care for a healthier community through the application of scientific expertise, innovative thinking and partnerships.

Focused on generating cutting-edge science and innovation in health service delivery and population health, IBH leads practical research and innovation that shapes how we engage, design, deliver, and finance health care to solve problems stretching from the bedside to the system.

IBH operates within a Learning Health System Model, with specific thematic areas of focus in population health, patient and family engagement, innovative models of care, and implementation and evaluation science.

Our Commitment to and Progress Towards Anti-Black Racism

THP and IBH have made a commitment to becoming a safer and more inclusive environment with a dedicated focus on dismantling anti-Black racism and white supremacy.

This commitment is in response to the recognition that Black people systemically experience the organization differently than their white and non-Black colleagues.

Similarly, Black scientists and research staff experience the research ecosystem differently. Anti-Black racism is the starting point as Black individuals and communities are disproportionately impacted by the harms of systemic racism and white supremacy culture.

In this work, we are committed to disrupting and reconstructing the processes, practices, and systems that contribute to anti-Black racism.

THP established its Equity Secretariat Office in 2020, providing education and training on anti-Black racism, and establishing a THP Circle on Anti-Racism and Inclusion.

Today, the Equity Secretariat has become the Equity, Anti-Racism, and Inclusion Office, with a specific focus on dismantling anti-Black racism and white supremacy and advancing other dimensions of equity within THP.

This office supported the completion of an externally led Anti-Black Racism Climate Review and resulting report, which includes recommendations and actions that are being integrated into THP’s operating plan.

At IBH, the Anti-Black Racism Allyship Initiative (ABRAI) was established in 2020 to understand the experiences of Black staff within IBH and develop an action plan in partnership with Black staff to address anti-Black racism.

The action plan has been translated into operational objectives that support the recruitment, retention, and career development of Black staff.

As part of this plan, IBH has established an optional, monthly Black Excellence meeting for Black staff at IBH where the purpose is to provide a safe space where all hold power and attendees can connect, network, and support each other.

The Role

The Research Associate role within IBH supports research studies and initiatives across the organization and within the community.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a multivariate stakeholder environment both independently and as part of collaborative multi-disciplinary research groups supporting various projects.

This role facilitates the responsible conduct of research studies within THP including coordinating research study logistics and ethical requirements, planning and undertaking study activities including data collection, synthesis, analysis and dissemination.

In this role, the successful candidate will support the Pharmacy Department’s research portfolio coordinated by Dr. Anjana Sengar, on several research projects focusing on implementation of new models of pharmacy care delivery in oncology and psychiatry, using an implementation science approach.

This is a unique opportunity to support innovative health research and play a pivotal role in enabling and translating health evidence within and beyond the walls of Trillium Health Partners.

Role Requirements

The successful candidate must meet the following qualification and skill requirements, demonstrate the ability to take on the following responsibilities, and demonstrate the following competencies :

Core Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in a health or science related field OR Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate specialization (., health or science related field) and 4 years of research experience
• Experience coordinating and conducting research activities
• Experience with qualitative data collection and analysis (. surveys, focus groups)
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the clinical environment
• Experience extracting data from EPIC
• Strong communication and collaboration skills and able to work with a diverse, inter-professional team
• Strong academic writing skills (. protocol development, report writing)
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload, handle multiple assignments effectively and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Supports and coordinates the implementation and evaluation of research projects
• Assists with the development of data collection tools (. interview and focus group guides, participant feedback surveys)
• Participant recruitment, managing informed consent processes, conducting interviews and focus groups
• Assist with study specific research ethics and regulatory submissions
• Support data collection, preparation, and analysis across multiple projects
• Literature review and synthesis
• Support knowledge dissemination activities (publications, presentations, reports)
• Support grant writing and protocol development
• Performs other duties as assigned or as required.

Competencies :

• Takes ownership, accountability, and responsibility for their actions and own performance
• An understanding of and sensitivity to equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practices
• Demonstrates an ability to accept change and manage change effectively
• Demonstrates a pattern of self-development and a drive to learn by engaging in formal and informal learning to develop knowledge and technical skills
• Demonstrates integrity, humility, maturity, empathy, and a positive attitude
• Works collaboratively with others to meet goals
• Effective communication skills
• Takes pride in their work, balancing quality, capacity and risk
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills
• Seeks out, considers, and integrates the appropriate data, ideas, and experiences to make decisions and solve problems
• Translates ideas and concepts into practical solutions

Location :

We offer employees, in roles that are conducive to remote work, the flexibility and the right mix of remote and in-office work (approximately 1-2 days on site per week).

Acknowledging that the primary workspace will be remote work from home, but there will be times when on site presence is appropriate just as there will be times when on site presence may not be possible.

The expectation is that remote work locations, as part of the Flex First program, will be in the employee’s place of residence, and adhere to all THP policies and procedures, with special consideration towards privacy.

Since employees should be available to return to the workplace with 24 hours’ notice, remote work outside of the province or country is not acceptable.

Please submit the following application components in a single file :

• Cover letter detailing interest in the role, reason for applying and any relevant experience
• Writing sample (any publication or report where the applicant played a key role)

Note : Writing Sample will only be used to assess competency of the candidate, it will be kept confidential and in no way will be utilized to the benefit of THP and its affiliates without written permission and credit to the author.

What’s in it for You?

• An opportunity to be part of a team of health research, innovation and improvement leaders in a culture of service and improvement supported by collaboration and partnership
• A team and organization that is genuinely invested in your development and growth
• Many active and ongoing diversity, equity and inclusion activities and committees you can be part of

Important Message for Potential Applicants : If you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to apply.

Research has shown candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code to consider this opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with our hiring processes.

If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process for this opportunity and you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please inform our Human Resources Recruiter to request specialized accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equitable participation.

All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Internal Candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.

Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.

Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.

Trillium Health Partners’ (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture.

Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply.

Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and / or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk / Inuit person to consider this opportunity.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

As a condition of employment, we require all staff to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, in addition to other vaccinations required by the Public Hospitals Act.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.