10 Scientific Assistant jobs in Canada

Job Description

Salary: $35/hr -$40/hr

Dental Laboratory Assistant

Reports to:Lab Manager

About Second Nature:

We are Specialists For over 25 years, Second Nature Dental Innovations has been providing exceptional laboratory service for our clientele. The reason that we have been able to achieve this is our vision. We specialize in all fixed restorations. By specializing we have been able to hone our areas of expertise faster and further than those who have not.

Second Nature Dental Innovations serves Dentists throughout Canada including Toronto, Sudbury, Windsor, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary, Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Vancouver.

Description:

• Prepare plaster models and moulds from dental impressions
• Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays
• Pack plastic material in moulds to form full or partial dentures
• Mould wax over denture set-up to form full contours of artificial gums
• Finish metal framework of dentures and polish and buff dentures to obtain natural finish
• Zirconia recovery
• Zirconia pre-stain
• Wire bender for basic appliances
• Teeth set-up (excluding final waxing or festooning)

Requirement:

• CDT/RDT license preferred but not required
• Minimum 2 years of wire bending experience
• Strong knowledge of orthodontic appliances and their functionality
• Ability to multitask and make quick decisions
• Must be independent and self-sufficient
• Able to keep up with a fast-paced operation
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Excellent time management andattention to detail
• Comfortable working unsupervised

Job Description

Salary: 27-30

Western Community College is a privately held provider of post-secondary education in British Columbia, offering a Bachelor of Hospitality Management degree program and more than 65 career training diploma and certificate programs in the fields of business, accounting, healthcare, education, hospitality, information technology, legal studies, and warehousing, using industry-based market-driven curriculums. We provide a dynamic, collaborative, and engaging learning environment to our students with a very high standard of community-driven post-secondary education.

Western Community College has been a pioneer in offering various health care programs.

With the opening of a new cohort at our Abbotsford campus for the Medical Laboratory Assistant program, Western Community College (WCC) invites applications from eligible and experienced candidates for the position of Instructor for this program.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development of curriculum as per the BCSLS Competencies for Lab Assistants.
• Provide excellent learning and teaching experiences for students
• Participate in the academic progress of students through constant evaluation and feedback
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support a high-quality learning environment.
• Contribute to and support a healthy, collegial, and scholarly work environment through professional practice and professional development.

Qualifications:

For teaching Classroom (Theory) Courses:

• Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) in good standing with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) OR Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA), and at least 2 years of recent work experience in the field, preferably with teaching experience.

Job Type: Part-time (20 hours per week), fixed-term contract.

Pay: $27.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care (after probation period).

Schedule (fixed-term contract): From July 28, 2025, to March 9, 2026.

• Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Please note: continuation of the contract beyond this period is subject to student enrollment numbers.

Work Location: In person - Abbotsford Campus

Job Description

Salary:

Closing date: Hiring multiple candidates - Will remain open until suitable candidate found

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: Health/dental plan, employee & family assistance program, retirement plan, perks

Start Date: Jul/Aug 2025

Primesite Research Solutions is an Integrative Research Organization and Site Network based out of Western Canada. We conduct phase I, II, III, IV clinical trials in various clinical areas at local hospitals and clinics. We are seeking a research assistant to join our growing site network. This position requires a self-motivated, organized, and accountable individual with strong attention to detail. The applicant must have the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a complex rapidly changing environment and must be able to promote teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. In this position the research assistant will work under the supervision of the research coordinators and research manager to fulfill clinical trials related responsibilities and ensure that each study progresses efficiently. The research assistant will also be responsible for data entry and management of selected patient registries. This position requires frequent contact with physicians, other staff, study participants, biopharma companies and regulatory agencies, and has significant potential for advancement.

Key Responsibilities :

• Adhere to multiple research protocols, confidentiality, ICH, GCP & NIH guidelines
• Prepare REB submissions and other regulatory documents required for study initiation
• Perform data entry for clinical trials and registries
• Prepare for and participate in monitoring visits and conference calls
• Develop study files in accordance with various protocols
• Provide administrative support including filing, directing phone calls, updating tracking logs and maintaining trial regulatory documents
• Organize and maintain project/task management system and clinical trials management system (CTMS)
• Organize, prioritize and respond appropriately to incoming correspondence
• Maintain optimal office systems, processes and equipment
  
• Coordinate with various departments and correspond with study sponsors and regulatory agencies
• Communicate study procedures and provide ongoing support to staff
• Screen hospital charts for potential study participants and be able to discuss eligibility with research coordinators and physicians
• Organize ongoing patient follow up and study visits
• Perform study procedures (including collection of vital signs, blood, ECGs etc) as requested
• Comfortable handling and transporting blood, marrow and other lab samples
• Travel between hospitals for various tasks
  
• Work effectively with study research coordinators and manager to ensure open communication and efficient prioritization of all assigned responsibilities

Required Skills for Success:

• Undergraduate degree required, patient interaction and clinical trials experience are preferred (other education with clinical research experience will be considered)
• 2-3 years of experience in working with clinical trials/research studies
• Must be comfortable interacting directly with patients
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word and Excel) and Google Apps (Docs and Sheets) required
• Tech savvy, willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, and ability to proficiently use required technologies and applications: online software including for meetings, training, timesheets, project/task management, document management and CTMS
• Excellent organizational, communication (oral and written), problem solving and interpersonal skills in dealing with co-workers, clinicians and study participants
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to be flexible, assist on multiple projects and successfully prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet deadlines
  
• Work in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with internal policies and procedures, and GCP and ICH guidelines
• Self-directed, proactive attitude, highly self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Accountable with strong attention to detail and honest in the performance of all responsibilities
• Willingness to further professional knowledge by reading journals/books, attending educational sessions, completing training programs as necessary
  
• Own transportation and valid driver's license are beneficialas travel to other sites may be necessary

If you are selected for the next step in the interview process, you will be asked to submit a short one-way video application.

Job Description

At Enhanced Care , we know the importance of primary care and family practice in everyone's health and wellness. Our conveniently located clinics are open for extended hours to look after the needs of our patients and our communities. With a team of skilled individuals working alongside with over 70 family physicians, specialists, and allied health providers, our goal is to get our patients healthy, quickly and safely. 

As we continue to expand, we are looking for a Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Assistant  who has the passion to deliver the best possible care to our patients. 

Summary : The Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Assistant will assist physicians and allied health partners with conducting tests, processing specimen, and performing a variety of administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient flow and care process. This is a permanent full-time position (4-5 days a week).

Location : Etobicoke (3857 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON, M8W 0A3)

Responsibilities :

• Responsible for ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient collection, handling and processing of specimens in accordance to the clinic procedures
• Responsible for providing administrative support to the entire clinic, including but not limited to: registering patients, answering phone, booking appointments, following up on consults and test results and other duties as assigned
• Provides assistance to doctors and allied health providers
• Other laboratory and administrative duties related to clinic operations
• Maintains and organizes laboratory/clinic equipment and supplies

Requirements :

• Completed an accredited MLA/OSMT/CSMLS certification is required
• Current enrolment in a recognized program for Medical Laboratory technology may also be considered
• Administrative or customer service experience, including in a non-medical field is considered an asset
• Proficient in computer/knowledge of EMR is an asset
• Ability to work at multiple locations is considered an asset
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Effective interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills

Why Enhanced Care might be right place for you:

• Nominated for 2012 York Regions' Character Organization Award 
• Winner of 2015 OPA's Collaborative Services Award 
• Ongoing career training and development

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Salary:

The Akausivik Inuit Family Health Team (AIFHT) is a not-for-profit health clinic dedicated to delivering culturally competent, high-quality care to the Inuit community. AIFHT works collaboratively with federal, provincial, and local health authorities to ensure we are responsive and rooted in a model of excellence in primary care.

AIFHT is currently looking for a Research Assistant/Associate to join our team in a one-year term position (with the potential for extension). The Research Assistant/Associate will support health research activities led by our organization. This includes gathering data, preparing, and distributing surveys, supporting stakeholder engagement, and assisting in other research-related tasks. This role will be based in a medical setting and will involve both administrative and field-based research responsibilities.

The position reports to the Executive Director and receives day-to-day guidance and support from the Research Project Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the collection and management of research data.
• Conduct interviews with survey or study participants.
• Participate in consultations with stakeholders (including Inuit participants and organizations at local, regional, and national levels).
• Prepare meeting materials, schedule sessions, and take meeting minutes as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records, including research and participant files.
• Assist in drafting reports, summaries, and research documentation.
• Support overall research team coordination and communication.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Post-secondary education in Health Research, Social Sciences, Office/Project Administration, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 1 - 2 years of experience in research or administrative roles (related experience is considered an asset).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, internet-based research tools, and basic data management.
• Knowledge of Inuit health-related challenges in a cultural context.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, client-facing environment.
• Fluency in Inuktitut is a strong asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May be required to work occasional evening or weekend shifts depending on project needs.
• This is a full-time, term position with potential for renewal based on funding and performance.

APPLICATION DETAILS:

Preference in hiring will be given to qualified candidates with Inuit Ancestry as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for this position. The successful candidate will be required to submit a Criminal Record Check, with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Job Description

Salary: $54,628 - $9,694

Research Assistant (x2) New Position

Location: Maamwesying Head Office Serpent River First Nation OR Designated Satellite Office

Full-Time Contract (6 year funded research project)

Salary Range: 54,628 - 59,694

Application Deadline: Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Job Summary

We are welcoming applications for two Research Assistants to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced research professional or early career researcher to join us in an essential role supporting the newly awarded New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) Brain Health Assessment Research Project.

Dr. Jennifer Walker, Principal Investigator, is a member of Six Nations of the Grand River an an epidemiologist. She holds a Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Health Data and Aging, which supports an Indigenous community-engaged research program that focuses on dementia and aging. Dr. Jennifer Walker along side Edith Mercieca, Maamwesying Director of Home and Community Support Services and Co-Principal Investigator is leading this highly innovative community-based research project. This project focuses on developing and evaluating culturally appropriate approaches to memory and brain health screening in Indigenous communities.

The Research Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the implementation of the community-based research project activities including community engagement, data collection and analysis, and knowledge sharing with a focus on ensuring the work respects Indigenous ways of knowing and being. You will work closely with the Research Coordinator, Research Project Team members, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, academic partners, health professionals, and community members.

Key Functions

• Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data
• Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results
• Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting
• Modify and reconfigure databases to ensure the optimal storage of data and minimize data entry complexities
• Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems
• Write data management and operations documentation for the project
• Liaise between the project centre and remote project sites and personnel
• Conduct structured project participant interviews
• Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures
• Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects
• Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project participants
• Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters
• Gather and compile information and data required for the preparation of scientific papers, abstracts, and graphs
• Conduct literature searches
• Oversee the extraction and compilation of data required for reports and disseminate data to research groups and collaborating partners
• Implement and maintain the research project budget. Create financial projections and make adjustments to the research project budget throughout the fiscal year
• Exercise appropriate budget controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts
• Write a variety of letters and memos
• Participate in research project meetings and propose recommendations for procedure modifications and development in the areas of data management, quality control, and assurance
• Write, update, and archive data management and quality assurance conventions
• Respond to inquiries received from project personnel regarding relevant project issues and procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a research role
• Experience working with Indigenous communities is an asset
• Proficient in both quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Skilled in statistical software and data analysis tools
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management abilities

Additional Requirements

• Willingness and able to travel to participating communities regularly
• Office-based work with regular travel to First Nations communities
• Comfort working in environments where sacred medicines may be used (e.g., sage, cedar, tobacco)

About Us

Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services Inc. (MNCHS) provides wholistic, culturally grounded health services to the seven First Nations of the Mamaweswen North Shore Tribal Council. Our integrated approach includes primary care, traditional healing, mental health, home and community care, and health promotion.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a collaborative and culturally grounded home and community support services team committed to serving the seven First Nations of the Mamaweswen North Shore Tribal Council. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, community-let research that supports Indigenous brain health and wellness. In addition to:

• Paid Extended Health Benefits
• HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)
• Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and 1200/Annual Budget
• Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, cell phone)
• All travel expenses covered
• High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience
• Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People
• 3 weeks holiday for the 1st year
• 15 days of Personal Leave

What to expect?

Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time to time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage, or cedar may occur.

Accessibility accommodations will be available upon request. An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check.

Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code Special Programs.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter along with a current resume, certificates, diplomas, along with three current work-related references to the link in BambooHR. Please ensure that Research Coordinator appears in the subject line. Below is the link to apply directly to our organization.

Posting Deadline: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

Thank you to all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

Are you looking to join one of Greater Toronto’s Top 2025 Employers?

The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) advocates for and supports doctors, seeking to strengthen their leadership role in caring for patients. We continually seek to be the trusted voice in transforming Ontario’s health-care system by courageously pursuing best practices, new ideas, solutions, and opportunities to improve.

Job summary
This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient management of a wide range of business operations and tasks.

The Executive Assistant plays a key role in coordinating day-to-day activities, coordinating of various divisional activities, managing schedules, handling sensitive and confidential correspondence, preparing documents, developing processes and solutions to address administrative volume, and supporting strategic initiatives.

By proactively addressing administrative needs and anticipating challenges, this role helps maintain organizational flow and enables the executive and their team to focus on high-priority goals. The Executive Assistant serves as a reliable point of contact within the organization, often acting as a liaison between the executive, staff, and external stakeholders.

How you will make a difference

• Provide executive support to the Executive Vice President (EVP), including leading strategic initiatives, project managing key files and priorities (including timelines, workflows, action items, and follow ups for delegated tasks), developing of plans to address departmental matters and initiatives, material development, escalation, and delegation.
• Prioritize workflow for the EVP, including managing their calendar and determining access to the executive based on prioritization and delivery of organizational priorities, and taking proactive steps to help manage the volume of work and capacity
• Assistance in ensuring professional registration/requirements, and continuing education is up to date and in order
• Develop, establish and maintain appropriate information tracking systems, including electronic file systems.
• Coordinate meeting logistics (for both internal and external meetings), including ensuring corresponding documents are prepared and readily available with adequate time for the executive to prepare for the meeting.
• Provide administrative support for assigned committees, including preparing draft agendas, presentations, ensuring all documents are prepared to organizational standards and submitted before the deadline, attend meetings as required, draft minutes for review, follow-up on action items, and submit approved minutes for archiving.
• Support the development of annual department work plans and calendar of activities to ensure alignment and effective execution of plans.
• Develop and model broad and accurate knowledge of corporate policies, procedures, programs and organizational structures for other employees.
• Work collaboratively with other Executive Assistant’s to ensure consistent use of workflows and policies across the organization. In addition, contribute to continuous improvements in policies and processes, and provide back up with to other Executive Assistants as requested. 
• Track and process expenditures for the EVP and department.
• Help keep the department connected by sharing pertinent information, documentation, etc.
• Assist with onboarding new staff to the department.

• Community College Diploma in business/office administration or equivalent. 
• Six to nine years relevant experience
• Extensive proficiency using computers and standard software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Ability to adapt and learn new software.
• High level of organization for self and others, including a high level of detail orientation.
• Very strong project planning and time management skills. Project management experience an asset.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully in any situation
• Ability to demonstrate leadership within the division and the organization as a whole
• Problem-solving orientation, with a focus pro-active mitigation.
• Proficient writing and proofreading skills with the ability to draft/edit communication including emails, memorandums, and letters.
• Capacity to record and develop meeting minutes and high-level professional documents accurately and efficiently.
• Task-oriented with the ability to manage multiple and often competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to take initiative in the role, utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills within minimal direction.
• Exhibit a positive, productive, and professional demeanor in all situations.
• Able to adapt and support organizational change and work with ambiguity.

• A work environment whose values are to be respectful, bold, responsive, and transparent in our work and our behaviours
• A fantastic opportunity to grow with the team and help shape the strategic direction of the OMA, its members and the health-care system
• An organization that is committed to the equity, diversity and inclusion principles of humility, accountability, collaboration, courage and integrity
• A commitment to growth and development through paid professional development and continuous in-house learning
• A friendly and flexible hybrid work environment
• Competitive salary and bonus program
• Exceptional group benefits package, including a spending account and a robust wellness program –
• An organization that has been recognized as a Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for five consecutive years.

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