Addiction Psychiatry Research Unit – Neuroscience Axis
The research team specializes in the study of psychoactive substances, mental health and addiction. Through clinical trials and observational studies, it aims to develop several innovative interventions to treat mental health and substance use disorders. The successful candidate will be part of an established, internationally recognized team that is frequently sought after by policy makers and other knowledge users. The multidisciplinary team includes project managers, research officers, data coordinators, several students and patient partners. For more information on the lab’s expertise (https://labo-jutras-aswad.ca/), visit their website and follow them on Twitter (@DJutras_Aswad).
RESEARCH PROJECT
Title: Towards a better understanding of the factors influencing regular cannabis use among people living with a psychotic disorder: A collaborative qualitative study.
Description: This research aims to explore the complex, multi-level factors that influence cannabis use in the context of cannabis legalization and the impact of cannabis on the lives of people with psychosis (PWP), with the ultimate goal of helping in guiding the development of appropriate cannabis-related policy and public health initiatives. It also aims to explore the experiences and roles of family caregivers of PWPs in relation to their cannabis use. Its approach is based on the socio-ecological paradigm and aims to understand the dynamics of cannabis use and its consequences among PWPs, as well as the perspectives of PWPs and their caregivers on cannabis-related public health messages and initiatives. Finally, it is intended to be collaborative, participatory and, in order to take into account the heterogeneity of the social context and health programs, will target both urban and rural residents of the province.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As an intern and under the supervision of the project manager, your responsibilities will be to :
- Verify the accuracy and thoroughness of the record transcriptions;
- Ensure the upload and management of interview verbatims and other project documents in NVivo;
- Verify the accuracy and thoroughness of the translation of transcripts from French to English;
- Participate in the coding in NVivo of both the data collected and other project documents (summary sheets, protocol, field notes, etc.);
- Participate in data analysis;
- Be comfortable working in both French and English.
QUALIFICATIONS
- University degree in health or social sciences, or in a field relevant to the position;
- Recent (within the last three years) completion of an introductory course in qualitative research, including training in the use of NVivo ;
- Recent training or experience in NVivo is an asset;
- Bilingualism (French/English) spoken and written;
- Excellent command of office software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint);
- Sense of responsibility, judgment, autonomy, proactivity and rigor;
- Ability to work in a team.
STATUS AND BENEFITS
- 12-week full-time internship;
- Start date summer 2023 ;
- Compensation:
- Internship scholarship totaling $5,000.
- Possibility of obtaining a contract at the end of the internship.
TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to
jean.henri.sagne.chum@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The CRCHUM invites applications from women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities, ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities. The CRCHUM adopts a broad and inclusive definition of diversity that goes beyond applicable laws. The CRCHUM encourages all persons, regardless of their characteristics, to apply. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, please note that priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
