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Research Analyst I

University Health Network

Toronto, ON

Job typeFull-time
SpecialtyTechnical
Posted2 weeks ago

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LocationUniversity Avenue, Toronto, ON, CAOpen

eHealth role summary

The role involves health data management, database design/set-up, data entry/coding and statistical analysis for clinical research (health data/analytics within a hospital research program).

About this role

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Supportive Care – Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship
Reports to: Senior Scientist
Salary Range: $27.56 - $41.34 per hour 
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: : Day
Status: Temporary Full-time (until March 2027)
Closing Date: September 10, 2026

Position Summary

This clinical research position is within the Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship Program at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.

We are currently seeking a full-time Research Analyst to manage the study tasks for a duration of 2 years. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an extremely organized, highly motivated, and hard-working individual with strong organizational skills who will enjoy the challenge of working independently and within an interdisciplinary research team.  The Research Analyst will work under the general direction of the Principal Investigator and the Clinical Research Coordinator and tasks will involve assisting with the development and maintenance of the study database; subject recruitment and tracking; questionnaire administration and data collection.  

Duties

  • study coordination
  • recruitment and tracking of study participants
  • study-related administrative tasks (e.g., create standard operating procedures; manage study document binders; organize questionnaire packages)
  • database design, set-up and maintenance (e.g., using Microsoft Office Access, Excel);
  • Data entry, coding, scoring and statistical analysis of data (under the supervision of the PIs and a statistical consultant)
  • literature searches, and maintenance of a reference database (e.g., using Reference Manager, Endnote, or other software);
  • regular attendance at research team meetings; regular updates of study progress and preparation of study reports; participation in group planning of new research initiatives including grant and ethics applications; and completion of other tasks as assigned or requested

Qualifications

  • At minimum, completion of a Bachelor’s degree in business, commerce, or science required 
    • Research-related Master's degree strongly preferred
  • At minimum, one (1) year of related and practical experience required
    •  Three (3) years experience preferred (e.g., study coordination experience; database design/set-up; data collection/management; questionnaire administration; data entry; literature searches, etc.)
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly motivated, with an ability to work well independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Previous experience using data management (e.g., Microsoft Office Access, Excel) required
  • Previous experience working on grant and ethics applications required
  • Previous experience working in cancer-related research and/or with medically ill patients would be an asset

Additional Information

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. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.