Research Analyst - Geriatric Division Research

The Geriatric Mental Health Services (GMHS) team at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is at the forefront of advancing mental health care for older adults. We specialize in inter-professional assessment, treatment, consultation, and follow-up services tailored to the unique needs of this population. GMHS is driven by a robust research program focused on understanding the variability in treatment responses among older adults. By exploring innovative approaches with medications and non-pharmacological treatments, we aim to enhance therapeutic outcomes and minimize adverse effects in late-life mental health care.

The Geriatric Mental Health Services has an opening for a full-time contract (1 year) Research Analyst for an upcoming clinical trial in Treatment Resistant Late-Life Depression. The Research Analyst supports clinical and patient-oriented research activities through data collection, laboratory procedures, analysis, documentation, and knowledge translation. Working within interdisciplinary research teams, the Research Analyst contributes to the design, implementation, analysis, and dissemination of research while ensuring compliance with ethical, regulatory, and institutional requirements.

Support the implementation of research activities

Work collaboratively with scientists, clinicians, research staff, internal and external stakeholders

Transfer, management, and quality control of various data types (eg. clinical, demographic, biomarker, and imaging) in a secure high-performance computing environment

Implementation, use, and troubleshooting of data analysis pipelines for decisions in clinical trials

Prepare datasets for analysis, presentations, and publications

Prepare and maintain research documentation in accordance with regulatory guidelines

Work with local and peripheral team members to write and maintain high quality online documentation for computational/research tools and workflows

Support Research Ethics Board (REB) submissions and renewals

Ensure compliance with ethical, legislative, and institutional research requirements

Contribute to the preparation of abstracts, reports, manuscripts, and presentations

Support development of accessible, evidence-informed educational and communication materials

Support workshops, meetings, and engagement activities

Communicate research processes and findings clearly in written and verbal formats

Work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and attention to detail

Support an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative workplace

Perform other related research and administrative duties as assigned

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Informatics Technology, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Neuroscience) with a minimum of 1 year of experience working in a research environment. Direct experience with machine learning methods and predictive modeling are a must, as well as demonstrated competency with a variety of programming languages used in a research setting (eg R, SQL, Python). The successful candidate must have experience with research data integration, management, and documentation; strong organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and demonstrate the ability to both work independently with minimal supervision and to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams and with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

All applicants offered and accepting employment must complete either a Broad Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon receipt of a satisfactory records check.

Salary Range: $27.95 – $37.28 per hour

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.

CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.

CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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