Hybrid Project Lead, UHN Canada Leads Program presso University Health Network

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world. 

Union: Non-Union
Site: Hydro Place - 700 University Avenue
Department: Research Strategy and Development
Reports to: Manager, Office of Research Trainees
Work Model: Hybrid
Grade: N0:09
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: $81,549 - $106,024
Status: Temporary Full-time (18 months)
Closing Date: August 24, 2025

Position Summary

UHN’s Canada Leads 100 Challenge is a bold initiative to recruit 100 world-class faculty-level scientist and postdoctoral researchers to advance medical research, drive health innovation and fuel economic growth. The recruitment process involves internal applications for program funding that are assessed by an evaluation committee for merit and alignment to program objectives. 

The Project Lead will work closely with the Canada Leads evaluation committee and relevant operational teams to plan, develop, implement and manage the administration of the Canada Leads program and strategic initiatives, including application management; monitoring, reporting, and communicating program progress/results; and educational programming development. The Project Lead will work independently and as a team to manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently, ensuring timeliness, rigour and alignment with UHN’s strategic vision. 

Duties

• Plan, develop, implement and monitor all aspects of the administration of the Canada Leads program and other assigned projects, utilizing strong project management skills.
• Coordinate all aspects of the application and award process, including collating applications, performing administrative pre-screening, supporting reviewers, summarizing reviewer feedback and communicating results.
• Contribute to and lead the development of Canada Leads strategic projects, including educational programming and alumni tracking.
• Assist in Canada Leads monitoring and reporting, including gathering, analyzing and presenting data and feedback from program participants.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for operational teams (People & Culture, Finance, and Communications) and external partners (including partners from academia, industry, philanthropy, and UHN foundations), ensuring effective engagement and coordination.
• Serve as a key contact for Canada Leads program participants, offering support and resources throughout their engagement at UHN.
• Manage and be responsive to queries about the program through the Canada Leads communication mechanisms, including the inbox.
• Utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to liaise with key stakeholders and regularly report on program progress.

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree program (e.g. BSc, BEng, BScN) in a biomedical or health science or recognized equivalent is required.
• Graduate research experience in biomedical or health sciences is preferred, priority given to PhD.
• 2-5 years project planning, management, and implementation experience preferred.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Demonstrated strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal) required.
• Strategic thinking, attention to detail, adaptability, and strong time management skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team and independently required.
• Proficient use of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is an asset.
• Experience developing and implementing educational and/or strategic initiatives is an asset.

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.