PositionThe INTREPID Lab at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is seeking two (2) highly motivated full‑time, contract (12 months) Scientific Associates with expertise in clinical trials to join our research program.Why Join UsThe INTREPID Lab offers a uniquely stimulating environment, where multidisciplinary teams of scientists and clinicians collaborate to tackle persistent health challenges. Under the mentorship of the Principal Investigator you will gain unparalleled exposure to creative, cross‑sectoral collaborations that bridge science, clinical care, and policy. You will be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team that values curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, where discoveries are translated rapidly into practice. Research at INTREPID sits at the intersection of clinical practice, scalable implementation, and digital innovation, including AI. A significant focus of our research is on innovative methods to understand and treat addictive behaviours and their comorbidities.Key Responsibilities- Plan, operationalize and implement clinical trials focused on tobacco/nicotine use, vaping, and other chronic disease risk factors, but may expand to other areas such as digital health.- Support supervisor’s funding applications, contributing substantively to writing and submitting grants.- Liaise with clinicians, scientists, digital health experts and other collaborators internal and external to CAMH during both proposal development and study execution.- Coordinate with relevant departments at CAMH, and at collaborator and funder organizations.- Lead study activities including research ethics submissions, development of SOPs, case report forms, literature reviews, and project documentation.- Monitor project budgets, ensuring accurate expenditure and tracking and timely reconciliation.- Create and manage project work plans,



often across multiple concurrent studies.- Oversee and/or conduct data collection and analysis, ensuring data quality and integrity.- Analyze trial results and contribute to manuscripts, conference presentations, and knowledge translation activities.- Establish and uphold quality assurance standards, such as record management, reporting, standardized training to research personnel, and study‑specific processes and procedures.- Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory standards, and institutional guidelines.- Provide functional supervision, training and mentoring to research study staff and trainees, supporting INTREPID Lab’s learning‑focused culture.Qualifications- PhD in a medical/health sciences or related field.- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience leading clinical trials.- Demonstrated expertise in clinical trial design and implementation.- Knowledge of clinical trial guidelines, regulatory frameworks, and research ethics requirements.- Experience with multi‑site or large‑scale trials is preferred.- Proficiency in statistical analysis and electronic data capture systems.- Record of peer‑reviewed publications and contributions to successful grant applications.- Background in behaviour change, addictions, nicotine/tobacco research,



or digital health is an asset; strong ability toquickly acquire knowledge in new areas is required.- Experience with implementation science or scalable health interventions is an asset.- Aptitude for making day‑to‑day operational decisions regarding research conduct and progress, while working within the constraints of the research project(s) designed by Scientist or Sr. Scientist and departmental guidelines.- Experience supervising and overseeing staff and students is preferred.- Strong collaboration, communication, and organisational skills; demonstrated ability towork effectively in diverse, multidisciplinary environments.- Demonstrated ability to interact with populations of diverse ethno‑racial and cultural backgrounds.Salary and Benefits- Salary is competitive and based on experience, with a hiring range of $91,758.17–$114,697.71 per year.- Employees in this role may progress within the full pay range of $91,758.17–$137,637.25 per year.- CAMH’s Total Rewards include participation in the HOOPP defined benefit pension plan, extended health and dental benefits, paid vacation starting at 4 weeks, flexible work arrangements, and ongoing professional development support.Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion StatementCAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment. CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities (including those who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges). We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Scientific Associate - Intrepid Lab - C$91,758.2 - C$137,637.2 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
📍 Toronto