Osler's Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) provides students the opportunity to gain research experience in a community hospital setting working with passionate researchers across many different disciplines.
Each year, we accept students into our SSRP with the goal of matching student qualifications to potential projects. This year, it is our pleasure to announce that five positions are being supported by the Office of the Vice President of Research and Innovation at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, the student must be fully vaccinated (COVID-19) to be considered for the program.
Why participate in SSRP?
SSRP is a unique opportunity for students to gain valuable experience in a clinical setting. Students will be responsible for much of the research work on their own while having an Osler clinician as their supervisor. There is also a chance to interact with patients directly and to observe the daily functions of a clinical environment.
Program highlights
- Large community hospital offering a breadth of programs in which to conduct research
- The program runs from May 8 to August 23, 2023
- Bi-weekly education sessions to advance knowledge in research related topics
- Osler Research poster presentation day
Eligibility criteria
- Completed at least two years of post-secondary education, ideally in a health-related discipline with plans to return to school in the fall
- Excellent computer skills including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize workload and attention to detail
- Ability to work and travel between Osler sites - Brampton Civic Hospital, Etobicoke General Hospital and Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness
- Additional considerations:
- Knowledge of research methodology, REB/regulatory bodies is an asset
- Knowledge of data analysis programs/software an asset
Program requirements
- Assist researchers in designing a research project
- Create/revise study-related documents
- Prepare and submit studies to the Research Ethics Board
- Perform study procedures (data collection and analysis)
- Attend education sessions
- Compile all of study information into a poster format and present at the Osler Research poster presentation day in August
Required documents
- Online student application form
- Your CV/resume and cover letter
- A copy of your university transcripts (official or unofficial)
- One reference letter (e.g. from a professor or previous employer)
How to apply
The online application for the 2023 program has closed for submissions.
Positions and work hours
Student positions are paid at a student rate and expected to work full time (37.5 hours/week) for the duration of the program. Five positions are being supported by the Office of the Vice President of Research and Innovation at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Important dates:
- Applications open: January 16, 2023
- Deadline to apply: February 20, 2023
- Interview period: March 6 – 17, 2023
- Confirmation of acceptance: March 20 – 29, 2023
- Orientation day: May 8, 2023
- Poster presentation day: August 22, 2023
- Final work day: August 23, 2023
For more information, please contact SSRP@williamoslerhs.ca.
