The Clinical Research Project Assistant (CRPA, Exercise Physiology) works closely with the Clinical Research Centre's (CRC) Exercise Physiologist assisting the CRC team with study operations and participant visit activities conducted in the Exercise Physiology Lab.
The CRPA may assist in the preparation of interim data, including presentations, progress reports, and manuscripts. The CRPA may work with clinical coordinators, SickKids Clinical Research Centre nurses, SickKids Central Biobank research technologists, SickKids clinical research teams and clinician scientists, affiliated institutes, and collaborative networks.
Here's What You'll Get to Do
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Assist with administrative tasks related to grant and/or manuscript preparation.
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Conduct medical literature searches, maintain literature databases and retrieving articles online.
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Perform data management including checking data for accuracy and completeness, scoring data, entering data and data cleaning.
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Conduct health chart reviews.
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Personal training of staff.
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Conduct exercise testing in children.
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Participate in clinical research as well as clinical activities.
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Delivery of wellness workshops to staff.
Here's What You'll Need
Essential:
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Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology
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Current Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) certification (Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology) or equivalent
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Strong knowledge of exercise testing and exercise physiology
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
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Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and organisational skills
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Strong computer skills including Microsoft 365 and online research tools such as MEDLINE
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Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives.
Asset:
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Experience working with children
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Previous research experience
Here's What You'll Love
Benefits
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A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
Impact
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A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
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The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
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For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.
Employment Type:
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Casual (0 to 5 hours per week)
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Hybrid (onsite and remote)
