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.
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 9 to August 19, 2022
- 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
- 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 and Etobicoke General Hospital
- Additional considerations:
- Knowledge of research methodology, REB/regulatory bodies is an asset
- Knowledge of data analysis programs/software an asset
Required documents
- Student application form (see below for link)
- Your CV/resume and cover letter
- A copy of your university transcripts
- One reference letter (e.g. from a professor or previous employer)
How to apply
Complete our online application to apply for the SSRP. Please note there is no ability to save a partial application so it must be completed in one session. After completing the form, please send the required documents to SSRP@williamoslerhs.ca.
Positions available and work hours
There are 15 paid SSRP positions, each for 37.5 hours/week, for the duration of the program.
Program outline and dates
- Orientation, training and welcome
- 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 & analysis)
- Attend education sessions
- Compile all of study information into a poster format and present at the Osler poster presentation day in August
Important dates:
- Deadline to apply: February 11, 2022
- Interview period: February 21 – March 4, 2022
- Confirmation of acceptance: March 14 – 18, 2022
- Corporate orientation day: May 9, 2022
- Poster presentation day (TBD): August 16, 2022
- End day: August 19, 2022
For more information, please contact SSRP@williamoslerhs.ca.
