Job Description

POSITION TYPE:

Full-time, 75 hours / pay period, 1.0 FTE

SALARY SCALE:

$37.18 to $42.40 per hour

Why should you join Bruyere Health RI?

The Bruyere 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. We focus on finding the future of care for aging Canadians and vulnerable populations.

What we offer?

Competitive health and dental benefits program 3 weeks' vacation, 10 sick days, 2 float days Matching RRSP Program Wellness program and on-site gyms Employee perks program Employee and Family Assistance Program including Mental health support Professional development and learning opportunities Flexible work environment

Summary of the role

We are currently seeking a Research Associate to assist two investigators at the Bruyere Health Research Institute (BHRI). Dr. Sathya Karunananthan is an Investigator at BHRI and an Associate Professor at the Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Clare Liddy is a senior investigator with the BHRI, and Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Ottawa.



Our research teams are dedicated to improving access to specialty care using digital health technologies such as electronic consultations (eConsult). We prioritize research activities in areas such as Dementia, Frailty, Chronic Pain, and Artificial Intelligence, with a particular emphasis on addressing health equity among underserved populations.



We are looking for an experienced and motivated Research Associate to join our team to actively contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of equitable access to primary health care. The Research Associate will play a key role in conducting research projects, including study design, data analysis and interpretation, as well as contributing to grant development and research ethics applications. This role will focus on data requests and utilizing health administrative datasets.

Main duties and responsibilities

Administration and coordination of day-to-day study operations of a CIHR-funded project across two provinces (ON & QC) Undertaking and contributing to health services research projects by applying appropriate quantitative methods such as descriptive analysis and statistical models. Collaborating with the principal investigators to develop research protocols for studies utilizing data from the Institute of Clinical Evaluative Sciences (ICES) and other data sources Completing forms and paperwork related to study design, data acquisition, management, and ethics compliance ICES Working with ICES data analysts on the cohort creation, analysis plan, and reviewing results Maintaining up-to-date administrative records of institutional research ethics and ICES privacy documentation for ongoing and completed projects. Interpreting data results with clarity, transforming them into key messages and visualizations for a range of audiences Planning and drafting grant proposals, encompassing literature reviews, administrative tasks, collaborator meetings, budget planning, and incorporating feedback. Effectively communicating with team members, clinical collaborators, colleagues, research advisors, patient partners, and external knowledge users Coordinating logistical support for research-related tasks including scheduling, hosting, attending regular meetings, and maintaining ongoing administrative and collaborator correspondence Developing and maintaining systems to track progress of research projects and knowledge user outreach

Additional duties may be added as the projects progress

Qualifications

Experience working with health administrative data is required Demonstrated training and experience in quantitative study design, methodology and advanced data analysis techniques is required Proficiency in a statistical software (e.g., R, SAS) Experience in patient partner engagement is an asset Master's degree with at least 3 years relevant experience working in health services research environment or PhD Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite (Teams, SharePoint, Word, PPT, Outlook, Excel) Fluent in French and English, an asset Experience working with data at the Institute of Clinical Evaluative Sciences (ICES) either internally (analyst or student) or as collaborating researcher or research staff is is an asset Research experience with older adults, and/or persons with dementia is an asset Experience in engaging with equity deserving populations and/or training in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is an asset

Key Competencies

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment Familiarity with the Canadian/Ontario healthcare system, particularly primary health care, is preferred Strong communication skills in English, both written and oral Resourcefulness and demonstrated ability to learn and adapt quickly Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, prioritize tasks, and coordinate work based on deliverables Proven record in successful grant applications is an asset

About Bruyere Health RI

Bruyere 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

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, Bruyere Health may, at its discretion, dismiss your application.



Bruyere Health promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyere 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 Bruyere Health employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination as per our Enhanced COVID-19 Immunization 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.