Date Posted: 09/03/2024 Req ID: 39545 Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine Department: Department of Nutritional Sciences Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Position Number: 00043068 Description: About us: The University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine is a global leader in research and education, spanning clinical medicine, basic science, and rehabilitation sciences. Your opportunity: The Department of Nutritional Sciences trains experts in nutrition and plays a critical role in educating the public on nutrition issues. As the Research Assistant, you will support administrative and research initiatives for the department. Your responsibilities will include: Fostering positive relationships with project partners; keeping key stakeholders informed of concerns or setbacks Updating and maintaining database records and generating reports Proofing and posting adverts to recruit applicants, screening applicants, scheduling study participants Providing orientation to others on lab equipment, working procedures and practices Resolving issues in the course of test administration and escalating problems as required Essential Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a related field or an acceptable combination of equivalent experience Minimum two (2) years of relevant research administration experience Demonstrated experience conducting literature reviews and drafting correspondence Experience collecting, updating and managing database records Demonstrated experience providing administrative support, including scheduling meetings, drafting meeting materials and minute taking Experience providing orientation and assistance to peers on lab equipment, work procedures and practices Experience posting recruitment adverts and screening applicants Excellent knowledge of rules and procedural processes related to Personal Health information Act (PHIPA) and the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other software/data storage tools including tools such as: Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Research System Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to deal effectively with multiple priorities and projects with conflicting deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and high quality Ability to interpret requirements and procedures, utilize critical thinking, interpersonal and organizational skills To be successful in this role you will be: Organized Resourceful Please note that this position is a three-year term. Regular daytime schedule. Occasional weekend schedule. Closing Date: 09/18/2024, 11:59PM ET Employee Group: USW Appointment Type: Grant - Term Schedule: Full-Time Pay Scale Group&Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 07 -- $59,172. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $75,673. Job Category: Research Administration&Teaching Recruiter: Andrea Varicak Lived Experience Statement: Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply. Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that strengthens our academic mission. Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). #J-18808-Ljbffr