Research Analyst; TPT

Position: Research Analyst (TPT)
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 321-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province.

The Manager of Research & Academics is currently seeking a Temporary, Part-Time Research Analyst. The purpose of the position is to support the design, implementation, and evaluation of research projects in the Research & Academics Division. Under the supervision of researchers, incumbents may perform a variety of research activities such as prepare questionnaires and data entry forms, conduct interviews, complete data collection and analysis, interpretation and reporting of data and statistics to support various research projects.

Please Note:

This position offers a hybrid work environment consisting of in-office and remote work. Office location is 500 Church Street, Penetanguishene, ON.

Conduct comprehensive literature searches and reviews to support research projects
Assists in the preparation of materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations
Assists in the preparation of research ethics proposals, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and regulations
Assist researchers in identifying, developing, and implementing data processes and methodology to support various research and strategic projects
Actively participates in data collection efforts, including preparing data entry forms, entering, verifying and cleaning data to maintain accuracy and integrity
Develops sample selection and draws samples; recruit and/or interview subjects
Support the evaluation and interpretation of research data and findings; maintain quality and accuracy of research methodology throughout the analysis and reporting process
Assists in preparing reports, articles, and presentations; participates in presentations within the Research & Academic Division
Participate in project and department meetings, contributing insights and updates on research activities; attend conferences and other meetings as necessary
Maintains a detailed log of all research activities submitted bi-weekly to the Manager of Research Managers have the right to assign additional duties and schedule alternate work locations based on operational requirements.
Performs all work at all times in compliance with all hospital policies and procedures, legislation (Occupational Health & Safety Act, Fire Code, WHMIS, etc) relevant to health and safety, security and potential risk hazards.

REQUIREMENTS/

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree Post-secondary education in in a behavioural/life science field - Required
Master's Degree in a related discipline - Required
Record of achievement in scholarly work (publications, presentations, completed research projects in work or senior undergraduate/graduate setting) - Required
1 to 3 years relevant post-degree research training/experience involving statistical research and analysis including work with analytical software applications - Required
Preference for proficiency in French/English language skill
TCPS2 Certification preferred
Principles, practices, procedures and techniques involved in the research, collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of statistical analysis
Quantitative research methods and statistical analysis, and proficiency in a wide range of computing products (word processing, spreadsheet, database, SPSS, etc.)
Computerized data collection, management, manipulation, and distribution requirement for analysis and reporting functions; record retrieval and storage systems; data verification and clean-up procedures
Statistical procedures relating to sampling, correlation analysis, projections and other quantitative measures applied to research and design; statistical and mathematical computations Preference for qualitative research methods and analysis experience including familiarity with qualitative analysis software (NVivo, etc.)
Survey, study, data collection, and research project designs, instruments, techniques, and methodology
Scholarly and report writing; statistical record-keeping techniques
Relevant sections of legislation, i.e. Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act all requirements pertaining to confidentiality privacy and security of patient information, and relevant Waypoint policies, procedures and guidelines.
Excellent verbal and written communication…