POSITION TYPE: Part-time, 37.5 hours/pay period, 0.5 FTE 

SALARY SCALE: $25.98 to $29.62 per hour

CLOSING DATE: 2026/06/29*

 

Why should you join Bruyère Health RI? 

The Bruyère Health Research Institute supports investigators who contribute to a better, more responsive health care system that delivers the best care to patients, residents, and families. We focus on finding the future of care for aging Canadians and vulnerable populations.

 

What we offer?

• Defined Pension Plan
• 6% vacation leave paid out (increases based on years of service)
• 4% for statutory holidays paid out
• Wellness program and on-site gyms 
• Employee perks program 
• Employee and Family Assistance Program including Mental health support
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Flexible work environment

 

Summary of the role 

We are currently seeking a Research Assistant I to assist Dr. James Downar at the Bruyère Health Research Institute.

We are looking for a motivated Research Assistant I to join our team to actively contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of symptom management in palliative care, including psychological and existential distress. The Research Assistant I will play a role in supporting the day-to-day research activities of the research team. Key responsibilities include supporting clinical trial data entry (e.g., completing paper and electronic case report forms), data quality assurance (e.g., source data verification of participant documentation), and daily logistics to ensure that project objectives are met.

 

Main duties and responsibilities

• Process and enter data for research projects while ensuring data quality
• Support the development of projects
• Implement, and administer methods and procedures to enhance operations of the project
• Assist with drafting manuscripts, conference abstracts, presentations, etc.
• Assist researchers with literature searches of various literature databases
• Use established or develop appropriate search criteria and maintain a compilation of references
• Provide support to other project staff/participants as directed by investigator or other senior staff

Additional duties may be added as the projects progress

 

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience with research support (Essential)
• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in health sciences or related field (Essential)
• Experience using quantitative and qualitative research software (SPSS, SAS, NVivo) is an asset
• Experience in a health profession, medical education and/or health sector is an asset
• Training in Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS-2 Core), GCP Guidelines, and Health Canada Division 5 Regulations is an asset

 

Key Competencies

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage overlapping project phases, support investigator and team leads, and meet deadlines
• Excellent analytical and organization skills, including the ability to adapt to a dynamic project environment
• Exceptional communication skills, including written and verbal (in English)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Fluent in French is an asset

 

About Bruyère Health RI 

Bruyère Health and its Research Institute are fully affiliated with the University of Ottawa, and have other regional academic, government, NGO, and industry partners engaged in collaborative research and innovation initiatives. Our research priorities include Aging and Long-Term Care, Palliative Care, Rehabilitation and Recovery, and Social Accountability (encompassing Primary Care and Health Equity).

 

Additional Information

*Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

This posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy.

All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of your degrees and certifications, if applicable, in one of Canada’s official languages must also be included. Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, incorrect, or inaccurate, Bruyère Health may, at its discretion, dismiss your application.  

Bruyère Health uses artificial intelligence to screen and assess answers provided by applicants. All applications received are subsequently reviewed by a member of our team. The information received, including that which is reviewed and analyzed by artificial intelligence, is used and stored in a secure environment and in accordance with Bruyère Health’s privacy policy PHIL 04 - Privacy and Confidentiality of Personal Information.

Bruyère Health promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyère Health is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.  

All Bruyère Health employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination for all identified communicable diseases as per our Communicable Diseases: Health Surveillance and Management policy.

An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent following the submission of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.  

 

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