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Simran Isani

Simran Isani

Research Analyst

100 Dalhousie St, Toronto, CA, M5B 0C7
(647) 609-0385

Background


About

About

Psychology and Health Sciences graduate with 4+ years of research, administrative, and clinical-facing experience in hospitals, nonprofits, and academic settings. Skilled in managing sensitive participant data, coordinating clinical research logistics, supporting intake processes, and handling frontline interactions in mental health environments. Passionate about supporting psychologists and clinicians through data-driven and client-centered care. Actively seeking volunteer or assistant roles in case management, intake coordination, or psychology-focused clinical programs.

Work Experience

Work Experience

  • Research Associate, Independent Clinical Research

    Mar, 2025 - May, 20252 months

    • Led literature review, stakeholder planning, and semi-structured interview development for a new ADHD diagnostic tool.

    • Designed and implemented interview guides and managed recruitment and scheduling.

    • Conducted and transcribed interviews, summarized findings, and co-authored analytical reports and whitepapers.

  • Administrative & Content Assistant, MyProfusions.com, Contract

    Jan, 2025 - May, 20254 months

    • Wrote accessible scientific blogs on mental health, biohacking, and wellness based on academic research and expert insights.

    • Conducted literature searches and synthesized peer-reviewed findings for public communication.

    • Collaborated with SEO and editorial team to increase audience reach and engagement with evidence-based content.

  • Research Assistant, Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto East Health Network

    Jun, 2023 - Jan, 20251 year 8 months

    • Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments, and travel for the Principal Investigator ensuring seamless scheduling, documentation, and follow-up.

    • Prepared and edited reports, REB proposals, and presentations to be presented to internal and external stakeholders.

    • Managed calendars, research contracts, prioritized time-sensitive tasks, and maintained organized digital filing systems.

    • Tracked project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and milestones using task management tools, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.

    • Supported large-scale research initiatives for high-impact publications through systematic reviews, qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with healthcare leaders.

  • Administrative Coordinator, Assa Abloy Opening Solutions

    May, 2022 - Jun, 20231 year 2 months

    • Provided administrative support to senior leaders and multiple departments, ensuring daily operations ran efficiently.

    • Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments, and complex travel arrangements.

    • Supported HR functions including onboarding coordination and internal communications.

    • Handled high-volume phone calls, emails, and mail, delivering prompt and professional responses.

    • Maintained organized physical filing systems and oversaw office supply inventory, procurement, and vendor management.

  • Vaccine Screening Ambassador, Michael Garron Hospital

    Nov, 2021 - May, 20227 months

    • Delivered clear, professional communication to guide guests through hospital COVID-19 protocols in a high-traffic setting.

    • Entered and managed sensitive patient and visitor data for 75+ individuals daily using Salesforce, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

    • Trained and supported 10+ new team members on administrative and front-desk procedures, promoting team efficiency and knowledge transfer.

    • Resolved visitor concerns with discretion and professionalism, maintaining a safe and welcoming environment under pressure.

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Quest Alliance

    Mar, 2021 - Sep, 20217 months

    • Coordinated large-scale data collection efforts, managing logistics and team schedules for outreach to 5,000+ students.

    • Created and maintained organized reports and dashboards using Excel and Tableau to support project tracking and stakeholder updates.

    • Documented testing procedures and maintained records in ClickUp, ensuring accurate internal tracking for a web application rollout.

    • Prepared and presented evaluation findings to internal teams, supporting data-driven decision-making and workflow improvements.

  • Program Analyst, Shiksha Foundation

    Aug, 2020 - Feb, 20217 months

    • Supported implementation of community programs by coordinating outreach logistics and engagement activities.

    • Conducted needs assessments and maintained accurate records to inform planning and reporting.

    • Collected, analyzed, and summarized data to support program evaluation and stakeholder presentations.

    • Liaised with local partners and stakeholders to ensure timely communication and smooth program delivery.

  • Research Assistant, Department of Psychology, University of Toronto, Mississauga

    Sep, 2017 - Apr, 20202 years 8 months

    • Coordinated research timelines, scheduled participant sessions, and managed study logistics for multiple concurrent projects.

    • Prepared ethics submissions, drafted reports, and maintained organized digital filing systems for data and documentation.

    • Performed data entry, quality checks, and database maintenance to ensure accuracy and compliance with institutional standards.

    • Handled sensitive participant information with discretion, adhering to confidentiality and research ethics guidelines.

  • Research Assistant, Department of History, University of Nottingham

    Jun, 2020 - Dec, 20207 months

    • Conducted in-depth literature searches to identify 200+ primary historical texts on Muslims in China during the 16th century, supporting academic publication efforts.

    • Reviewed and curated 48 primary sources, maintaining citation accuracy and organizing references using EndNote for collaborative writing workflows.

    • Produced annotated bibliographies summarizing relevance and context of selected texts, aiding in data synthesis and research direction setting.

    • Structured digital research archives to ensure traceability and data integrity, aligning with academic data stewardship standards.

    • Collaborated with remote research teams to support documentation workflows, ensuring clear communication and timely deliverables in a virtual setting.

Skills

Skills

  • Research & Data Analysis

    SPSS

    R Studio

    Excel

    Covidence

    NVivo

    RedCap

    SQL

    SAS

    Tableau

    Python (Pandas, NumPy)

    Microsoft Forms

    Qualtrics

  • Project Management & Coordination

    Agile methodologies

    ClickUp

    Google Workspace

    Microsoft Teams

    Gantt Charts

  • Healthcare & Literature Resources

    PubMed

    Medline

    Scopus

    Embase

    Web of Science

    Cochrane Library

    PsychINFO

  • Key Skills

    Knowledge translation

    stakeholder engagement

    quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis

    report writing

Education

Education

  • Psychology and Biology for Health Sciences, Honours Bachelor’s of Science, University of Toronto, Mississauga

    Sep, 2016 - Jun, 2020

Certificates

Certificates

  • First Aid with CPR C & AED, Rescue7

    Issued on: May 03, 2025

  • GCP - Social and Behavioral Research Best Practices for Clinical Research, CITI Program

    Issued on: Jun 08, 2023

  • Investigators/Research Staff - SBE, CITI Program

    Issued on: Jun 08, 2023

  • Privacy Training for Research Personnel, Michael Garron Hospital

    Issued on: Jun 08, 2023

  • Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research, CITI Program

    Issued on: Jun 08, 2023

  • Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS2), Canadian Institutes of Health Research

    Issued on: Jun 08, 2023

  • Mental Health First Aid, Mental Health Commission of Canada

    Issued on: Feb 01, 2023