Technical /Research Support I

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

The Faculty of Education will transform education and transform lives by leading and contributing to teaching excellence in research-intensive academic and professional programs, and through world-class research that produces measurable and high-quality social impact that benefits society. We are committed to enhancing equity and accessibility for all learners, and culturally and socially responsive knowledge brokering and mobilization.

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Technical/Research Support 1 to join a multidisciplinary research team investigating brain development and clinical outcomes using MRI and related behavioral assessments. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working in dynamic, team-based environments and are interested in neuroscience, psychology, or medical imaging research. This role is part of a large, collaborative research team conducting cutting-edge neuroimaging research in clinical populations. The position offers opportunities for skill development in MRI, clinical research methods, and cognitive neuroscience, with potential for growth within the research program. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in hospital or clinical settings with patients and/or children. Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Coordinating and assisting in the recruitment of research participants, including contacting eligible patients, obtaining consent, and scheduling study visits
• Supporting MRI data acquisition in pediatric and/or adult participants, including preparing participants for scanning and assisting with scan procedures
• Administering and scoring standardized cognitive and behavioral assessments
• Assisting in maintaining ethical and regulatory documentation, including REB/IRB protocols, consent forms, and data sharing agreements
• Collaborating with a large team of investigators, clinicians, research assistants and trainees to support data collection and quality control
• Contributing to data entry, organization, and preliminary analysis using secure research databases
• Participating in regular team meetings and provide updates on recruitment progress and data collection
• Maintaining detailed documentation of all procedures and ensure adherence to research protocols

• Training in administration of cognitive or psychological assessments is an asset
• CPR/First Aid or a child development educational background is beneficial

• 1 year of work experience supporting research in a related technical field, ideally human subjects research with MRI or behavioral testing
• Experience with MRI environments and familiarity with neuroimaging protocols

• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to interact effectively with participants, families and multidisciplinary teams
• Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
• Knowledge of research ethics and participant confidentiality practices
• Proficiency with REDCap, Excel or statistical software (e.g. SPSS, R, MATLAB)
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues and the public
• Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.