Clinical Research Analyst
Job Description
Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: 522 University Avenue
Department: Supportive Care
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Salary Range: $33.80 - $42.25
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Day
Status: Temporary Full-time (1 year)
Closing Date: July 31, 2026
Position Summary
This research position is based within the Department of Supportive Care – Division of Psychosocial Oncology (PSO) at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, a leading academic cancer hospital within the University Health Network (UHN). The ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest and experience in health psychology and vaccine decision-making.
Under the supervision of Dr. Shapiro, the Research Assistant will support a mixed-method research study examining modifiable drivers of HPV vaccination to inform the prevention of HPV-associated cancers in Canada. Primary responsibilities include supporting the day-to-day operations of study activities including assisting with data collection and management; conducting literature reviews; contributing to manuscript drafting and preparing presentations; completing study-related administrative tasks (e.g. developing standard operating procedures, tracking study progress, and participating in research team meetings). Additional research and administrative duties may be assigned as needed.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, highly self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills. The position requires on-site presence three days per week.
Duties:
- Supporting the day-to-day operations of study activities including assisting with data collection and management
- Conducting literature reviews
- Contributing to manuscript drafting and preparing presentations
- Completing study-related administrative tasks (e.g. developing standard operating procedures, tracking study progress, and participating in research team meetings)
Qualifications
- At minimum, Bachelor’s degree in a health or social science-related discipline (including epidemiology, psychology, anthropology, health studies) required
- A minimum, 1 to 2 years clinical and/or professional experience, required
- Experience conducting quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods studies
- Familiarity with research ethics guidelines and study processes considered an asset
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced research environment
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively
- Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficiency in French is considered 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.
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.