Research Assistant

POSITION TYPE: Casual

SALARY SCALE: $28.80 per hour (plus 8% in lieu of benefits and vacation)

CLOSING DATE: 2026/02/16 *

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. Our work with the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a large research program capable of leaving a positive effect on health and aging policies in Canada.

What we offer?

• Employee perks program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program including Mental health support
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Flexible hours
• Mileage reimbursement & travel stipends

Summary of the role

We are currently seeking a Home Interviewer to assist Dr. Vanessa Taler and the Bruyère Health Research Institute (Bruyère Health RI).

Dr. Taler is a Principal Investigator for the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA). The CLSA is a 20-year national study focused on understanding the effects of aging on physical, psychological, and cognitive health. CLSA participants provide follow-up data every 3 years, over two sessions. The first session takes place in the homes of our participants.

Bruyère Health RI, in conjunction with the CLSA, is seeking applicants motivated to contribute to research aimed at improving the lives of older adults. The successful candidate will support the objectives of the CLSA by going into participants' homes to collect data pertaining to a range of factors that influence and are influenced by the aging process.

Main duties and responsibilities

Working directly with the CLSA Coordinator, the successful applicant will be expected to:

• Visit participants in their homes to collect data using a CLSA-provided laptop
• Availability for a minimum of 6 interviews per week is required
• Ensure high data quality and accurate data recording
• Maintain rapport with team members by responding to emails, joining team meetings, etc.
• Review and provide appropriate notes in our participant management software
• Reschedule interviews if cancelling within 24 hours of the appointment time
• Report any issues to the CLSA Coordinator
• Additional duties may be added as the projects progress

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in health sciences, psychology, or a related field
• Experience interacting with members of the public
• Access to a car and willing to travel within the Ottawa region, mostly central and west-end (Kanata)
• Access to a private space at home and willing to use personal phone for occasional calls
• Experience in a health profession, social work, or data collection (an asset)
• Experience working with older adults (an asset)
• Fluent in French and English (an asset)

Key Competencies

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent analytic and organization skills
• Exceptional communication and interviewing skills

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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