Position: Research Associate
Job Posting #920215
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Medicine
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: $34.46 per hour to $43.08 per hour (salary commensurate with candidate experience)
Status: Temporary Full Time (2 years)
Shifts: N/A
Posted Date: June 6, 2023
Closing Date: July 6, 2023
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Position Summary
Toronto Health Economics and Technology Assessment Collaborative (THETA) at the Toronto General Hospital Research Institute (TGHRI), University Health Network (UHN)
THETA is a multidisciplinary research collaboration dedicated to providing evidence-informed decision support to health technology policy makers and advancing the science of health technology assessment (HTA). THETA works in partnership with the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME) and the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, and the University Health Network. We are located at the Toronto General Hospital in the heart of the Discovery District of Toronto.
We are seeking a motivated Research Associate with expertise in clinical research in the area of bladder cancer and experience in working with administrative health care data. The Research Associate reports to the Principal Investigator (PI) and will work collaboratively with the project team and under the direction of the PI.
Duties
Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:
- Develop, plan and implement study protocols under the direction of the Director/PI. These activities may include:
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Assisting with the production of accurate and timely data/reports including the development of data creation and analytic plans; data interpretation and presentation; and the development of procedures for data validation as appropriate.
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Assisting in grant/project submissions including budget preparation;
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Assisting with study design and sampling strategies;
- Familiarity and experience in administering health questionnaires to cancer patients;
- Familiarity with acquiring and analyzing administrative health care data (i.e. IC/ES data)
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Analyze data using statistical software according to SAS Programming Standards (or R) independently and/or in collaboration with team member(s) or IC/ES Analysts:
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Carry out statistical analysis on developed study cohorts according to specifications of project analysis plans;
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Prepare and review (with the Director, Staff Scientist, or PI as required) analytic output (e.g., tables and reports).
- Stakeholder management activities:
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Interface and coordinate meetings with internal and external stakeholders and partners in support of the project such as expert panels, focus groups, committees and team meetings;
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Facilitate the uptake of knowledge by local decision-makers across Ontario through the presentation of findings, education sessions, and one-on-one interactions as required.
- General project management which may include:
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Monitoring project timelines, risks and deliverables in collaboration with other team members;
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Managing project budgets and allocating funds in collaboration with the PI;
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Liaising with the Finance, Privacy and Compliance, and Procurement departments of the University Health Network and/or University of Toronto;
- Draft and revise reports (technical reports/working papers/THETA publications/web-based summaries), abstracts, poster presentations, manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications and other relevant deliverables, in collaboration with the PI or Staff Scientist;
- Work with the Communications department at University Health Network and/or University of Toronto to finalize written and graphic formats and to create report dissemination plans.
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
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Master’s degree in health/life sciences, public health or a related field with 2 years working experience or a university degree with extensive experience (5+ years) in health care research
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Experience in managing clinical, epidemiological and/or health services research projects and/or experience in health planning and decision support;
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Working knowledge of common research and data presentation methodologies, bio-statistical analytic methods applied to health services research and data collection and/or management methodologies;
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Working knowledge of the concepts of health services research;
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Understanding of biostatistical analytic techniques and ability to interpret results;
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SAS and/or R programming skills;
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Proficient in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Internet Explorer), as well as the ability to work with computerized databases;
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Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to exercise discretion and good judgment;
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Strong presentation skills;
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Ability to demonstrate time management skills to manage and prioritize work load responsibilities and timelines;
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Ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure, and to meet deadlines.
Additional Information:
At THETA, we value a balance between core work and professional growth and development. We offer a salary at the high end of the range for research associates, appropriate to the level of qualifications and experience required for this position.
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
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Competitive offer packages
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Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
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Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
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A flexible work environment
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Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
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Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
