Student – Admin Support, Research

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Provide support for a pilot randomized controlled trial focusing on individuals suffering from chronic low back pain.

• Participate in Phase I diagnostic validation efforts and Phase II pilot randomized controlled trials.

• Aid in retrospective database analysis utilizing de-identified clinical records.

• Implement literature-based diagnostic criteria for nociplastic pain under guidance.

• Gather, input, refine, process, and systematize data efficiently.

• Assist in the recruitment of participants and coordination of study activities.

• Schedule and monitor study visits and intervention sessions.

• Track participant attendance and ensure completion of follow-up tasks.

• Administer questionnaires and functional outcome assessments for the study.

• Distribute, monitor, and organize data collected from ActiGraph wearable fitness devices.

• Manage transcription and de-identification processes for study materials.

• Support quality assurance efforts and maintain regulatory documentation.

• Attend weekly meetings with the research team.

• Collaborate effectively with patients, clinicians, researchers, and administrative personnel.

• Engage in specific clinical and assessment-related tasks under supervision.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently a student at the University of Toronto - St. George Campus or Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) located in downtown Toronto.

• Enrolled in a program connected to medicine, health sciences, healthcare, or a professional health discipline such as occupational therapy, nursing, or pharmacy.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.

• Exceptional organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Strong capabilities in decision-making and problem-solving.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently.

• Highly driven to pursue a career in healthcare.

• Proficient in MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Willingness and ability to work in person at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - University Centre 2-3 days each week.

• Availability to commit approximately 10-15 hours per week throughout the contract duration.

• Experience with REDCap is advantageous.

• Previous involvement with clinical trials, randomized controlled trials, clinical research, or engaging with research participants is a plus.

• A Criminal Record Check may be necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.

• Employment with a government organization and participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).

• Convenient access to public transit and the UHN shuttle service.

• Flexible working conditions.

• Opportunities for growth and advancement within a large organization.

• Corporate discounts available for travel, dining, parking, mobile plans, and auto insurance.

• Access to on-site gym facilities.