Research Coordinator

Job title

Research Coordinator (2 Year Contract)

Service Programs

Executive Director, Applied Research

$ 64,300 - $72,300

Full-Time, Contract, Hybrid working 2-3 days per week

Toronto, Ontario

Thursday May 28, 2026

The successful candidate will support Service Programs under the Executive Director, Applied Research, supporting applied research and evaluation activities.

• Coordinate day‑to‑day delivery of applied research and evaluation activities, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables (e.g., data collection, analysis phases, reporting outputs)
• Conduct and support literature reviews, evidence scans, and synthesis to inform research design, implementation, and knowledge translation activities
• Support the design and execution of mixed‑methods research , including qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups, co‑design sessions) with attention to representation, inclusion, and access‑related considerations across diverse populations
• Prepare, manage, and maintain Research Ethics Board (REB) submissions , amendments, and ongoing compliance documentation
• Assist with research administration , including coordination of agreements, documentation, and schedules with internal and external partners
• Liaise with academic, clinical, community, and technical partners to support smooth execution of research activities
• Support preparation of funder reports , internal briefings, and research documentation required for governance and audit purposes
• Contribute to knowledge translation outputs including translating applied research and evaluation findings into clear, accessible insights (including reports, presentations, manuscripts and plain‑language summaries) to inform implementation, service evolution, and quality improvement
• Provide flexible research coordination and operational support across other Applied Research initiatives and other departments, as needed

• Master’s degree in health sciences, social sciences, public health, psychology, or a related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience supporting applied research, evaluation, or research grant‑funded projects
• Demonstrated experience conducting or supporting literature reviews and evidence synthesis
• Experience with mixed‑methods research , including qualitative and/or quantitative data collection and analysis
• Experience with research coordination, project management, or research administration
• Experience supporting research contracts, agreements, administrative processes, funder reporting, and applied knowledge translation activities
• Familiarity with research ethics processes (REB/IRB submissions and ongoing oversight)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort working in collaborative, multidisciplinary, and fast‑paced environments

• PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., health sciences, psychology, public health, social sciences, data science) is an asset
• Familiarity with statistical and qualitative analysis software (e.g., R, Stata, NVivo) is an asset

• Hybrid work model
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits Program
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• CAAT Pension Plan
• Wellness programs
• Recognition awards
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)