Research Assistant, Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions- Temporary, Part-Time (0.5) (Until April 2028)

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Job Description:

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Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.

Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Assistant will assist with day-to-day research, writing, engagement, and knowledge mobilization tasks at the Knowledge Institute and will be involved in evolving priority projects. This includes supporting Knowledge Institute services related to research and knowledge mobilization and the implementation and evaluation of evidence-based practices. The Research Assistant will have research, writing, and project management experience and some experience in group facilitation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the day-to-day tasks associated with research and knowledge mobilization that will be carried out at the Knowledge Institute; actively participate in priority research and evaluation projects for the Knowledge Institute as assigned

• Perform literature searches, summarize articles, and synthesize findings

• Create, update, and verify reference lists and annotated bibliographies

• Create and maintain research and project files

• Prepare reports to summarize research and review findings

• Contribute to the writing of academic and plain language reports and resources

• Consult with internal research/evaluation specialists to verify and further identify practices based on best evidence

• Contribute to the development of knowledge products (e.g., quality standards, evidence reviews, toolkits, infographics)

• Support the design, distribution, and analysis of surveys

• Assist in database design for both quantitative and qualitative data, and maintain databases

• Populate the Knowledge Institute’s project-specific databases with research findings and prepare results for sharing with internal colleagues and external working groups

• Perform basic statistics and qualitative analysis and prepare summaries of results

• Assist in the preparation of posters and public presentations

• Support the planning, design, and facilitation of project-specific engagements with youth and family advisories, groups, and tables

• Support facilitation of meetings with external partners including presentation and small group facilitation

• Provide support to child and youth mental health, substance use health and addictions partners across the province to best address their information needs

• Attend all team meetings and those invited to by supervisor. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor

• Perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety

QUALIFICATIONS

• College Diploma or University Degree in psychology or a related field (Essential)

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience as a Research Assistant (Essential)                                                      

• Minimum 1-3 years of relevant research experience within the child and youth community mental health, substance use health and addictions sector, or related sectors (Essential)

• Demonstrated understanding of research design, methods, and procedures, and experience supporting a research project through multiple phases (Essential)

• Demonstrated understanding of knowledge mobilization (Essential)        

• Data management experience (Essential)                                                                                             

• Experience with statistical software and qualitative data analysis software (Essential)

• Experience contributing to project reports, publications, and/or clear language reports and summaries (Essential)               

• Demonstrated organizational and project management skills (Essential)                  

• Demonstrated experience facilitating, hosting consultations or interviews, and/or engaging partners (Essential)                   

• Strong skills in both academic and clear language writing (Essential)                                                 

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office) (Essential)                                                                             

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) (Essential)                                                        

• Demonstrated collegiality, professionalism, interpersonal and collaboration skills (Essential)               

• Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work independently (Essential)                         

• Demonstrated ability working with a multidisciplinary team (Essential)                                          

• Familiarity with quality standards and evidence-based practice (Preferred)                                  

• Familiarity with concepts related to equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation (Preferred)   

• Criminal Record Check (CRC) (Essential)

• Bilingualism (English/French) (Preferred)

*Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic/experience requirements

Timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs.

Please note you will be represented by the Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA). 

Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process.  This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.    

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at TalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Please note you will be represented by the Laborers International Union of North America , (LiUNA).

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at TalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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