Clinical Research Coordinator II en University Health Network

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. 

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. 

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Union: Non-Union 
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto General Hospital - 200 Elizabeth St, Toronto, ON M5G 2C4
Department: Peter Munk Cardiac Centre
Reports to: RBC Chair in Cardiovascular Nursing Research
Hours: 37.5
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary Full Time (1 year)
Closing Date: October 26, 2025

Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled research coordinator who will work closely with the Principal Investigator (Pl) to coordinate a clinical research program. This includes the long-term planning of on-going projects, day-to-day operations of on-going studies, and development of new projects. This role requires an individual with a strong research coordinator skillset, including familiarity with qualitative and quantitative study design and analysis, clinical research ethics and regulatory protocols, and knowledge mobilization.  In addition, the research coordinator will help manage the research team, including trainees and volunteers through on-going training and supervision, organizing communication strategies, and team meetings. Finally, the successful candidate develops close working relationships with the medical and health care professional staff that provide clinical care to the study patients, both at the University Health Network and other institutions.

Duties

• Collaborate with Pl regarding grant applications, new research proposals, report preparation, presentations, manuscripts and development and review of study protocols;
• Study set-up, including obtaining and maintaining research ethics approval across multiple sites;
• Overseeing and participating in study recruitment, including consenting, participant follow-up, and data collection as per UHN policy and TCPS2 guidelines;
• Assist with developing and managing project timelines, ensuring research milestones are met;
• Coordinating study activities across multiple sites, organizing virtual and in-person planning meetings; 
• Data management (e.g., data cleaning and data entry) and quantitative/qualitative data analysis
• Drafting conference abstracts and creating scientific posters;
• Supporting budget oversight and reporting requirements;
• Assisting with manuscript and report preparation;
• Mentoring/supervising research trainees and volunteers;
• Coordinating administrative activities to ensure the smooth running of projects in portfolio;
• Prepare materials for knowledge dissemination and in accordance with mandatory reporting
• Coordinate administrative aspects of grant development and research ethics board applications (e.g., references, CVs, protocols, consent forms);
• Contribute to writing, reviewing and editing academic articles for submission to peer-reviewed journals, research papers, book chapters, research grants;
• Proactively identifies and actions areas for improvement within research processes

• Bachelors in a health-related discipline required
• Masters in a related field preferred
• Minimum 3-years clinical research experience, health services and/or nursing research required
• Some experience in research contract budget management
• Previous experience with online databases (e.g., REDCap) and electronic medical record systems (e.g., EPIC)
• Familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative research methodology, including conducting interviews and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.
• Previous experience working with qualitative (e.g., NVivo) and quantitative (e.g., SPSS, SAS) analysis software is an asset.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders across different disciplines.
• Ability to function independently yet collaboratively across multiple teams.
• Superior communication, organization and time management skills.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships.
• Strong academic writing and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.