23-017 Research Scientist

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada SickKids CCMH Full time

**POSITION: Research Scientist**

**PROGRAM: Research, Evaluation and Innovation**

**LOCATIONS: Jarvis Site**

**POSITION DETAILS: 1.0 FTE Full time**

**COMPETITION #: 23-017**

The Garry Hurvitz Centre for Community Mental Health at SickKids (GH-CCMH) is a child and youth mental health centre integrated with The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). GH-CCMH is also a core service provider within the
Toronto region of Child and Youth Community Mental Health Providers. As such, the Centre has an ambitious agenda to provide the highest quality evidence-informed care offering a range of services from prevention and early intervention through counselling and therapy, assessment and intensive supports. Services are provided in both in-person and virtual formats. As an employer, the Centre strives to reflect the many diverse cultures and identities represented in the children, youth and families we serve and seeks to provide an inclusive and equitable workplace. We are also connected to the continuum of mental health services for children and youth supported by SickKids: the Brain andMental Health Program, the SickKids TeleLink Mental Health Program, the SickKids CCMH Learning Institute and our online resources through AboutKidsHealth. Find out more about GH-CCMH.

**The Research Scientist will work hand-in-hand with GH-CCMH Clinician-Scientist (Dr. Amanda Uliaszek, University of Toronto) to contribute to both the clinical and research productivity of the organization and the overall mental health strategy at SickKids and GH-CCMH. The successful applicant will be a primary figure in building a productive clinical research and evaluation program that reflects interprofessional collaboration; the Research Scientist will be fully integrated with clinical treatment services for child and youth and will ensure that clinical interventions and measurement of their effectiveness are embedded in the model of care. The capacity to collaborate with colleagues and engage in co-design of projects with youth and caregivers is a commitment of GH-CCMH and an expectation of the role. This full-time role includes flexible work hours, as well as opportunities for both in-person and remote work.**

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist in leading a productive clinical research and program evaluation program that is fully integrated with clinical **Commented [CH1]**:Should we put in areas of writing services research grants, presenting at conferences, working with the
- Supervise a team consisting of research coordinator(s), research assistants, volunteers, and peer researchers. research coordinator and assistant to lead them at all?
- Collaborate on the development and implementation of evidence-based treatment services, including measurement-based care protocols and strategies.
- Ensure that clinical interventions and measurement of their effectiveness are embedded in the model of care
- Support knowledge translation and other academic activities, including writing research grants, manuscripts, and presenting at conferences.
- Collaborate with external scientists to include GH-CCMH in multi-site, high-level research initiatives.
- Comply with all policies and reporting expectations defined by SickKids CCMH.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

**Other**
- Complies with the organization’s vision, policies and procedures
- Performs other tasks as assigned by management
- Flexibility in work across sites and virtually

**Effort**
- Concentration and creativity required daily to analyze workflows, and adapt procedures to meet best practice guidelines, policies and legislation.
- Sits at a desk for long periods of time daily to perform the duties of the job.

**Qualifications**:

- A Ph.D. in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Public Health, Nursing, or a related social science or health field
- Experience with clinical research design, methodology and the capacity to adapt interventions for children, youth and families
- Demonstrated skills and competencies working collaboratively with inter-professional teams
- Demonstrated skills in leading a productive research team
- Demonstrated capacity for establishing clinical and research collaborations
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- High-level statistical competence

**Working Conditions**
- Hybrid work both in office and at home
- Exposure to constant interruptions/distractions, deadlines, and multiple demands
- Little exposure to hazards

**Vaccination Requirements**:
As a health care centre, our highest priority is the safety of patients, families and staff. As a result, we are adopting all prevention measures to ensure the safety of our clients, families and our staff. Therefore, any offer of employment is conditional upon proof of full vaccination with a Health Canada or World Health Organization (WHO) approved COVID-19 vaccination no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the effective start date. Should there be an exemption of vaccination

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