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Research Ethics Board (REB) Recruitment

About our REB:

The Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) Research Ethics Board (REB) is responsible for ensuring that all research involving human participants conducted under Toronto East Health Network’s auspices adheres to scientific, ethical and privacy standards, and complies with the Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS 2). The REB is an independent body accountable to the hospital’s Board of Directors, and is composed of volunteer members with expertise in fields including science, medicine, ethics, and privacy. 

The MGH REB reviews clinical, health equity, diagnostic safety, and health systems research, as well as research that informs patient care and care delivery. The MGH REB also reviews complex clinical trials that offer patients alternative and new treatment therapies.
 

Why join the REB?

REB members play a critical role in ensuring protection of the rights, safety, and welfare of research participants. Through participation in the MGH REB, you will contribute expertise to research designed to make a positive difference in the East York community, and beyond.

Who are we recruiting?

We are currently recruiting volunteers for the following position(s) to represent our diverse East-end community: 

  • Clinician (e.g., MD, NP, health professional)
  • Scientist (e.g., Research terminal degree)
  • Community Member

We are currently recruiting a Community Member for a volunteer position on our REB. The East Toronto community and the Michael Garron Hospital catchment are home to a diverse and vibrant community. With 22 neighbourhoods, over 100 languages spoken, and 45% of residents identifying as racialized (visible minorities), we prioritize representation on our REB to reflect the experiences of the community we serve. The Community Member will contribute essential insights to upscale the research ethics review process. Importantly, the Community Member may elevate the participant voice and perspective, to support research that is both meaningful and considerate of diverse lived experiences.

Member Responsibilities

  • Complete required MGH research training modules including Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans – TCPS 2 (2022), Privacy for Researchers, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and role specific training.
  • Attend virtual or hybrid full board meetings held once a month for 2 hours.
  • Participate in the review of materials for full board meetings. Note, review times can vary depending on the number, content, and complexity of the submissions.
  • Assist with delegated reviews of low-risk research studies, outside of full board meetings.
  • Engage in discussions with other REB members and invited researchers, offering your views and opinions clearly and directly while listening respectfully to others.
  • Contribute to the review of research applications/protocols, REB Policies, REB documents, and SOPs.
  • Consider complex issues thoughtfully and objectively.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all research materials and discussions. 

How to apply:

Interested candidates are requested to contact @email. 

MGH is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that supports a culture of belonging. We believe that embracing equity and diversity strengthens our organization and improves the care we provide. 

We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. We welcome individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve to join the MGH team.

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