PhD Student - Concurrent disorders

Research Center of the Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal

The Research Center of the Center hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CRCHUM) is the largest research center in biomedical sciences and health care at the University of Montreal, and among the largest in Canada. Located at the Champs de Mars metro station, the CRCHUM offers a dynamic and innovative work environment in ultramodern facilities at the cutting edge of technology

The CRCHUM promotes job stability and supports the development and professional improvement of its employees who benefit from a full range of social benefits (flexible hours, teleworking policy, pension plan (REGOP), generous leave policy).

Job Description

The clinical research laboratory in addiction psychiatry and the Centre d’expertise et de collaboration en troubles concomitants (CECTC) directed by Dr Didier JutrasAswad, are looking for a PhD student in the field of concomitant disorders of mental health and addiction. The PhD student will have the opportunity to be involved in clinical trials evaluating innovative interventions to treat concurrent mental health and substance abuse disorders. Under the authority of the principal researcher, the PhD student will acquire expertise and master the various activities involved in clinical trials: knowledge of the multiple regulatory aspects of projects, development of analysis strategies, data analysis, writing articles for publication in scientific journals and participation in scientific outreach activities (congresses, seminars, etc.). The student will work closely with the CECTC to transfer knowledge to knowledge users, including clinicians, community workers and patients. The PhD student will be part of an established research team of international renown, frequently consulted by policy makers and other knowledge users. The multidisciplinary team includes project managers, medical writers, research officers, data managers and patient partners who will support the student in his performance. For more information on the outreach of the team, visit the website (https://labojutras-aswad.ca/) and follow the news on Twitter (@DJutras_Aswad).

Qualifications

• Master's degree in biomedical sciences, psychiatry, neuroscience, psychology, or other relevant discipline;
• Be motivated and have clinical research experience in the field of psychiatry, drug addiction or a related field;
• Strong interest in working with populations suffering from drug addiction and mental health;
• Strong skills in quantitative analysis methods;
• Good knowledge of French (an asset) and English;
• Excellent writing and communication skills.

Status and advantages

• Status: Full time
• Location: Centre de recherche du Centre Hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal
• Duration: three to five years

To Apply

Interested candidates should e-mail their curriculum vitae to: pamela.lachance-touchette.chum@ssss.gouv.qc.ca and bernadette.diedhiou@umontreal.ca.

Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The CRCHUM invites women, Aboriginals, visible minorities, ethnic minorities and people with disabilities to apply. The CRCHUM adopts a broad and inclusive definition of diversity that goes beyond applicable laws. The CRCHUM thus encourages all people, regardless of their characteristics, to apply. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, please note that priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent resident.