Research Methods Specialist

1 week ago

Toronto Ontario CA, Ontario Centre for Addiction and Mental Health - CAMH Full time

The Temerty Centre for Therapeutic Brain Intervention is dedicated to the advancement of novel brain stimulation therapies in addressing treatment resistant disorders such as Major Depression.

As part of the core team, the Research Methods Specialist will be responsible for supporting the Temerty Centre’s research group by designing electronic case report forms (eCRF) using an Electronic Data Capture (EDC) system for distribution based on requirements of specific research protocols. Responsibilities will include (but not limited to) interacting and working with the project team during the design, test and deployment phases of the project; completing the tasks assigned against the project timelines; developing eCRFs (building forms, fields, applying edit checks to the fields, building customized functions, testing and validation of eCRfs developed, assisting and working with the project team during the testing phase, integrated system testing, user acceptance testing support to the research team). The incumbent will also build reports/ data extracts and analysis as required by Centre Principal Investigators; move projects from test phase to production; provide support and troubleshoot issues with eCRFs. Within these functions, you will also be required to build access and permissions to studies; support collaborating sites that will access the study; manage user accounts; work with the Information Group (IMG) to support the EDC environments and tools; work with third party vendors to support the EDC environments and tools. Other administrative duties including database management are also required. You will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable standards and requirements. This position is located at 1001 Queen Street West.

The successful candidate must possess an Honour’s Baccalaureate Degree in health and/or computer sciences, bio-statistics or equivalent. The candidate must have five (5) years of relevant research experience. Experience working with clinical research data is a requirement. In addition, experience working with Electronic Data Capture (e.g. REDCap, Medidata Rave, JReview tools) including developing and building case report forms is a requirement.

Programming proficiency (e.g. Python, SQL, VBA) and version control tools (GitLab, GitHub) is also a requirement. Experience with training and supporting users, including creating instructional material, is an asset. Experience generating data reports, including DSMB reports for regulated trials is an asset.

Teamwork and ability to work independently are requirements necessary to be successful in this position.

Working knowledge of programming\database development tools and environments are an asset. Experience with MS Access is an asset.

You will also have demonstrated ability to manage and analyze large databases and will have literature review and synthesis skills. Proficiency with word processing, PowerPoint and database software packages is required. Experience with a variety of statistical packages (SPSS, SAS, MATLAB, and R), ability to provide statistical analysis and data interpretation is an asset.

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.

The candidate will be detail oriented, well organized, with the ability to meet deadlines and to work independently with minimal supervision. Prior research or service experience with individuals and/or families with mental health and addiction issues are an advantage. Candidates require the ability to work effectively in a variety of settings with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.

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