Research Assistant I (TFT 1.0 FTE)

Immediate Supervisor: Dr. Sara Tremblay

Electroencephalography

Reporting Supervisor: Manager, Neuromodulation Research Clinic

• Recruitment of research participants.
• Administration of rTMS treatment for major depression.
• Administration of electroencephalography (EEG) recordings.
• Collection of neuroimaging data at the Royal’s Brain Imaging Center.
• Assists in conducting baseline/clinical interviews to collect study participant data.

• Enters and verifies data collected, using databases and protocols set up by supervisors.
• Abides by established IMHR policies, procedures and objectives, as well as quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control requirements, for all aspects of field and laboratory operations.
• May assist with Research Ethics Board (REB) submissions.
• May assist with financial transaction needs (e.g. participant reimbursement, purchasing requisition forms, etc.).
• May assist in preparation of materials for presentation, publications or grants.
• May assist in EEG data analysis.
• May assist in development of Standard Operating Procedures for the lab.
• Performs other or miscellaneous administrative lab duties as assigned.

• Relevant undergraduate degree; Psychology, Cognitive sciences or Neuroscience is preferable.
• Minimum six months experience in a clinical/medical research environment is preferable.
• Bilingual (French and English) is an asset.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact competently and professionally at all levels within a broad, complex clinical research environment.
• Past experience/knowledge working with individuals that have mental health diagnoses such as major depression, schizophrenia and anxiety is a strong asset.
• Highly motivated to work in a clinical-based research environment.
• Knowledge and experience using statistical software (SPSS and/or R), Microsoft Office (Word; Excel; Power Point), REDCap data entry and collection system, and Windows-based operating system are an asset.
• Programming skills in Matlab is an asset.
• Previous experience with EEG, neuroimaging or brain stimulation is a strong asset.
• Skilled in organizing resources, time management and establishing priorities.
• Basic knowledge of research principles, methodology, and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practices and relevant regulations, legislation and guidelines applicable to the clinical research field.
• Ability to follow data collection and management guidelines.
• Able to work independently, hands-on with clients and equipment, and must work with minimal supervision and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work under pressure and time-constraints.
• Meticulous, detail-oriented, motivated, and highly organized.

• All applicants must provide a recent resume and a cover letter in one file that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications.
• The onboarding process will include a police check for work with vulnerable populations, and providing proof of immunizations.
• The Royal is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
• IMHR sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted**