Position: Research Associate II
Unionized: Non-Union
Department: Institute for Better Health
Status: Temporary Full-Time (x12 months)
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours / week, Monday - Friday
Hourly Rate: PG08 $36.33-$45.41 commensurate with demonstrated and documented experience
Posting Date: July 31, 2025
External Deadline: August 14, 2025
Trillium Health Partners - Institute for Better Health
Trillium Health Partners (THP) is the largest community-based hospital system in Canada. Comprised of Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga Hospital and Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities. Trillium Health Partners is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto and is an associate member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network.
As THP’s research and innovation engine, the Institute for Better Health (IBH) is a core enabler of THP’s mission to deliver a new kind of healthcare for a healthier community through the application of scientific expertise, innovative thinking, and partnerships. Focused on generating cutting-edge science and innovation in health service delivery and population health, IBH leads practical research and innovation that shapes how we engage, design, deliver, and finance health care to solve problems spanning from the bedside to the system. IBH operates within a Learning Health System Model, with specific thematic areas of focus in population health, patient and family engagement, innovative models of care, and implementation and evaluation science.
Our Commitment to and Progress Towards Anti-Black Racism
THP and IBH have committed to becoming a safer and more inclusive environment with a dedicated focus on dismantling anti-Black racism and white supremacy. This commitment is in response to the recognition that Black people systemically experience the organization differently than their white and non-Black colleagues. Similarly, Black scientists and research staff experience the research ecosystem differently. Anti-Black racism is the starting point, as Black individuals and communities are disproportionately impacted by the harms of systemic racism and white supremacy culture. In this work, we are committed to disrupting and reconstructing the processes, practices, and systems that contribute to anti-Black racism.
THP established its Equity Secretariat Office in 2020, providing education and training on anti-Black racism, and establishing a THP Circle on Anti-Racism and Inclusion. Today, the Equity Secretariat has become the Equity, Anti-Racism, and Inclusion Office, with a specific focus on dismantling anti-Black racism and white supremacy and advancing other dimensions of equity within THP. This office supported the completion of an externally led Anti-Black Racism Climate Review and resulting report, which includes recommendations and actions that are being integrated into THP’s operating plan. At IBH, the Anti-Black Racism Allyship Initiative (ABRAI) was established in 2020 to understand the experiences of Black staff within IBH and develop an action plan in partnership with Black staff to address anti-Black racism. The action plan has been translated into operational objectives that support the recruitment, retention, and career development of Black staff. As part of this plan, IBH has established an optional, monthly Black Excellence meeting for Black staff at IBH where the purpose is to provide a safe space where all hold power and attendees can connect, network, and support each other.
The Role
The Institute for Better Health is currently seeking a Research Associate II with knowledge and practical expertise in mixed-methods research to support the Family and Child Health Initiative (FCHI) (https:familyandchildhealth.ca). Established in 2018, FCHI comprises a team of researchers and clinicians dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of children, youth, and families in the Peel Region, Ontario. Positioned at the intersection of healthcare and community engagement, FCHI specializes in community-based participatory research, employing both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, as well as program co-design, implementation, and evaluation. Additionally, FCHI is recognized for its innovative approaches to knowledge translation and exchange. The team includes health professionals with extensive experience in community-based research. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with the hospital environment, support pioneering health research, and play a crucial role in facilitating and advancing health research both within and beyond the confines of Trillium Health Partners. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the ethical and responsible conduct of research studies within THP. The position involves working in a multisectoral and diverse -rich environment, both independently and as part of collaborative multi-disciplinary research groups, supporting a variety of projects, such as those involving diabetes, health equity, and learning health systems. Responsibilities include coordinating research study logistics, timelines, and budgets, as well as managing daily study activities and ensuring compliance with the ethical and regulatory requirements of various research studies.
This role provides a distinctive opportunity to engage with the hospital setting, support innovative health research, using multi- and mixed-methods research and co-design approaches and play a pivotal role in enabling and mobilizing health research within and beyond the walls of Trillium Health Partners.
Role Requirements
The successful candidate must meet the following qualification and skill requirements, demonstrate the ability to take on the following responsibilities, and demonstrate the following competencies:
Core Qualifications and Skills
Master’s degree in a health or science-related field OR Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate specialization (i.e., health or science-related field) and 4 years of research experience
Experience coordinating research activities and logistics across projects and stages of research, including coordinating ethics applications, protocol development, recruitment, data collection and analysis, and reporting results
Clear understanding of the academic and community-based research process acquired through practical and/or academic experience
Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis
Advanced knowledge and practice in multi-method and mixed methods study designs, data collection, analyses, synthesis, and reporting.
Proficient in using software for quantitative analysis, such as Stata and R.
Experience with knowledge/evidence synthesis (literature reviews, environmental scans) and dissemination
Strong communication and collaboration skills, and able to work with a diverse, inter-professional team
Strong academic writing skills (i.e. for peer-reviewed publications and grant proposals) are an asset
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload, handle multiple assignments effectively and meet deadlines
Demonstrated initiative, independence, and organizational skills
Responsibilities
Conduct day-to-day research activities across the project life cycle, including initiation and feasibility assessments, creating study materials (e.g., study protocol, ethics application, consent forms, data collection forms), collecting and analyzing research data, reporting results, and study close-out activities.
Supports and coordinates the implementation and evaluation of research projects
Assist with study-specific research ethics and regulatory submissions
Creation and modification of study documents (e.g. recruitment material, consent forms, data collection forms, protocols)
Conduct or contribute to quantitative and qualitative data collection and analyses using independent qualitative and quantitative designs and methodological approaches, as well as multi-method and mixed-methods approaches, across multiple projects in the portfolio
Support grant proposals and knowledge dissemination activities (publications, presentations, reports)
Support relationship building and partnership engagement, including liaising with internal and external partners, teams, and organizations
Performs other duties as assigned or as required.
Competencies:
Takes ownership, accountability, and responsibility for their actions and own performance
An understanding of and sensitivity to equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practices
Demonstrates an ability to accept change and manage change effectively
Demonstrates a pattern of self-development and a drive to learn by engaging in formal and informal learning to develop knowledge and technical skills
Demonstrates integrity, humility, maturity, empathy, and a positive attitude
Works collaboratively with others to meet goals
Effective communication skills
Takes pride in their work, balancing quality, capacity and risk
Demonstrates critical thinking skills
Seeks out, considers, and integrates the appropriate data, ideas, and experiences to make decisions and solve problems
Translates ideas and concepts into practical solutions
Propose and execute multi-method and mixed-methods research and co-design approaches, analyses, synthesis, and result evidence dissemination tailored to study objectives and diverse audiences.
Be proficient in the use of Microsoft software, such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as in statistics software like Stata.
Conduct basic and advanced biostatistical analyses using appropriate statistical approaches according to the data analyzed and research objectives.
Location:
We offer employees, in roles that are conducive to remote work, the flexibility and the right mix of remote and in-office work (approximately 1-2 days on site per week). Acknowledging that the primary workspace will be remote work from home, but there will be times when on-site presence is appropriate, just as there will be times when on-site presence may not be possible.
The expectation is that remote work locations, as part of the Flex First program, will be in the employee’s place of residence and adhere to all THP policies and procedures, with special consideration towards privacy. Since employees should be available to return to the workplace with 24 hours’ notice, remote work outside of the province or country is not acceptable.
Please submit the following application components in a single file:
Cover letter detailing interest in the role, mixed methods knowledge and experience, reason for applying and any relevant experience
CV
Sample of a knowledge product (infographic, report, peer-reviewed publication, video, or learning module) for which you were the primary author or contributor
Note: Knowledge Product will only be used to assess competency of the candidate, it will be kept confidential and in no way will be utilized to the benefit of THP and its affiliates without written permission and credit to the author.
What’s in it for You?
An opportunity to be part of a team of health research, innovation and improvement leaders in a culture of service and improvement supported by collaboration and partnership
A team and organization that is genuinely invested in your development and growth
Many active and ongoing diversity, equity and inclusion activities and committees you can be part of
Important Message for Potential Applicants: If you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code to consider this opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with our hiring processes. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process for this opportunity and you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please inform our Human Resources Recruiter to request specialized accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equitable participation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Internal Candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.
Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.
Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.
Trillium Health Partners is an equal opportunity employer that values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we encourage you to apply even if you do not fully see yourself reflected in every job requirement listed in this posting. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
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Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.
We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
