Job Description

The Harquail Centre for Neuromodulation at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is a global leader in brain therapy, specializing in non-invasive and minimally invasive neuromodulation techniques to treat disorders like depression, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, ALS, and OCD. Our lab focuses on repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) for the treatment of major depressive disorder, with a particular interest in understanding how brain stimulation influences metabolic processes such as glucose regulation. By studying the intersection between neuromodulation, mood, and metabolic health, we aim to develop more effective, personalized treatments for patients.




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Position Summary:

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (part-time) with expertise or interest in nutrition and metabolic interventions to support a clinical trial investigating nutritional interventions for patients with major depressive disorder (MDD). This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative, interdisciplinary research at the interface of psychiatry, neuromodulation, and metabolic health.




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Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will assist with all aspects of research coordination, including:


Support implementation of dietary protocols in accordance with the research study design and clinical nutrition standards. Conduct nutritional assessment and provide individualised coaching, and support meal planning. Collaborate with the psychiatry research team, physicians, and other interprofessional staff to ensure adherence to trial protocol. Contributing to the preparation of study-related materials such as educational handouts, participant logs, and ethics submissions. Deliver patient education, including one-to-one nutrition counselling and development of educational resources. Contribute to trial data collection, documentation, and reporting of nutrition-related outcomes.





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Qualifications/Skills:

Bachelor's degree in a health sciences discipline (e.g., nutrition, kinesiology, psychology, neuroscience, nursing, or related field). Registered Dietitian in Ontario, Canada who is

licensed

to practice by the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Experience with nutrition or dietary interventions, ideally the ketogenic diet (preferred) Experience with coaching (preferred). Clinical experience in psychiatry, mental health, or general medicine. Proficiency in nutritional assessment, therapeutic diet planning, and evidence-based interventions. Experience providing patient education, with sensitivity to diverse populations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in documentation, data management and adherence to clinical research protocols. Organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively. Interest in clinical research and willingness to engage in data collection and protocol-driven practice. Commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.





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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is an equal opportunity employer.