Research Analyst Role at CAMH Canada
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is hiring a full-time Research Analyst on a 12-month contract in Toronto. Join the Laboratory of Behavioural Neuroendocrinology to work on preclinical behavioral testing, molecular assays, and collaborative research that advances mental health. This is one of the top Research Analyst Jobs in Canada for early-career scientists seeking hands-on lab experience.
Job Details:
- Position: Research Analyst (12-month contract)
- Location: 250 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Salary: $27.95 – $37.28 per hour
- Department: Laboratory of Behavioural Neuroendocrinology
- Employment Type: Full-time, contract
- Job Code: 110U03
- Bargaining Unit: OPSEU
About the Company:
CAMH is a leading mental health teaching hospital and research institute affiliated with the University of Toronto. Focused on Courage, Respect, and Excellence, CAMH transforms lives, drives innovation, and advances mental health research globally. The organization is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from candidates reflecting the communities it serves, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Black, racialized, LGBTQ2S+, and persons with disabilities. Explore more research jobs.
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Pharmacology, Biology, or a related field
- Minimum 1 year of relevant research experience
Key Responsibilities of the Research Analyst Role:
- Conduct rodent behavioral assays, including elevated plus maze, forced swim test, Morris Water Maze, and touchscreen assays
- Administer drugs and collect biological samples from mice and rats
- Perform molecular assays such as immunohistochemistry (IHC) and electrochemiluminescence
- Work on chronic stress paradigms for both sexes
- Maintain lab protocols, contribute to manuscripts, manage inventory, and oversee animal husbandry
- Collaborate effectively with scientists, post-docs, research coordinators, and technicians
- Comply with regulatory and confidentiality requirements
Skills Required:
- Experience with rodent behavioral testing, vaginal lavages, and estrus cycle staging
- Wet lab techniques such as IHC and electrochemiluminescence assays
- Mouse colony management and transgenic mouse husbandry (asset)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and statistical software (STATISTICA preferred)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse, dynamic team
- Sensitivity to confidentiality and ethical standards
Benefits of the Research Analyst Role:
- Hands-on research experience in a leading mental health institute
- Exposure to advanced behavioral and molecular research techniques
- Collaboration with a large, interdisciplinary scientific team
- Professional growth in one of the top Research Analyst Jobs in Canada
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
