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Research Associate, Clinical Research

Job in Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for: University Health Network
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-23
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Clinical Research
  • Research/Development
    Clinical Research
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 73808 - 92250 CAD Yearly CAD 73808.00 92250.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Research Associate I

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: 700 University Avenue Toronto
Department: CIHR Institute of Cancer Research at UHN
Reports to: ICR Scientific Director & Assistant Director
Salary Range: $73,808 - $92,250 Annually
Hours: Hours Per Week
Shifts: Monday - Friday
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date:
February 26, 2026

Position Summary:
The Research Associate I plays a key role in supporting and advancing ICR’s strategic and operational priorities. Reporting to the ICR Scientific Director and Assistant Director, the Research Associate I will plan, implement, oversee, and evaluate a range of institute initiatives and projects. This role is primarily administrative, requiring strong scientific understanding, exceptional analytical abilities, and outstanding written communication skills. The successful candidate will excel in a fast‑paced environment and demonstrate discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.

The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), headquartered at the University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto is one of the thirteen institutes of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). ICR advances cancer research in Canada by developing new national research initiatives and coordinating Canada‑wide efforts supported by federal, national, and provincial partners.

Duties:

  • Lead and support the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of ICR strategic initiatives, projects, and funding opportunities.
  • Conduct environmental scans, literature reviews, analyses, and prepare briefings and presentations to support strategic decision‑making.
  • Participate in peer review, relevance review, and validation processes for CIHR cancer research investments.
  • Query large datasets, conduct analyses, and create data visualizations using tools (, Power BI, Tableau) to inform strategic planning and support institute initiatives.
  • Optimize existing data management systems and processes and contribute to database development and maintenance (, funding databases, stakeholder lists, peer reviewer lists).
  • Prepare briefing notes, slide decks, concept papers, business cases, and internal bulletins for the Scientific Director and Assistant Director to support institute initiatives and projects.
  • Support the development of funding opportunities, and contribute to communications materials, including public newsletters, impact reports, and social media content.
  • Support planning and coordination of workshops, meetings, and conferences at local and national levels.
  • Represent ICR in institute-led initiatives and at internal and external meetings, as required.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to develop partnerships that support ICR research priorities.
  • Remain current on cancer research by attending workshops and scientific meetings, as required.
  • Provide administrative support, including scheduling, preparing agendas and minutes, coordinating meeting materials, and other general clerical duties, as required.
  • Contribute to special projects that advance ICR and CIHR strategic objectives.

    • Qualifications

  • Completion of a Master’s degree in a health- or…
    • Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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