Research Assistant (12- month temporary contract)

About Thornhill Medical

Role Summary

Device and Bench Testing

• Collect, record, and organize device and bench-testing data according to protocols and internal procedures.
• Support engineering and verification tests under the direction of engineers and project leads.

Clinical Testing and Study Support

• Assist with clinical and human-factors or usability testing, including materials preparation, data capture, and recordkeeping.
• Support research ethics and Good Clinical Practice requirements and maintain accurate, audit-ready study records.

Research and Administration

• Conduct literature searches and summarize scientific, clinical, and technical publications.
• Compile findings into summaries, tables, and briefing materials.
• Maintain files, logs, and databases and assist with data entry, documentation control, and general recordkeeping.
• Complete assigned tasks, manage priorities, and perform other related duties.

Education and Experience

• Hold a bachelor's degree in science, biomedical science, engineering, or a related technical field.
• Have 0–1 years of relevant laboratory, research, or medical device experience.
• Co-op, internship, or academic project experience is an asset.
• Have exposure to data analysis, technical writing, or literature review methods.

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrate organization, time management, analytical problem solving, troubleshooting, flexibility, and resilience.
• Communicate effectively and work independently and within a team.
• Use Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is primarily office-based with exposure to production rooms, research laboratories, hospitals, and research facilities when required.
• Some travel may be required.
• The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and bending.
• Work location is hybrid remote in North York, Ontario.

Compensation

• Target salary range is $50,000–$60,000 per year.
• The position is eligible for benefits, and starting salary depends on experience, skills, education, and training.

Benefits

• Benefits listed include dental care, employee assistance, extended health care, life insurance, an on-site gym, on-site parking, and vision care.