Women's College Hospital (WCH) is an academic, ambulatory care hospital in Ontario with a focus on health for women, health equity and health system solutions. If you're ready to be part of a team that is revolutionizing the future of healthcare, then you will want to join an institution where the possibilities for innovation, new discovery and system thinking are limitless. Women's College Hospital is committed to equity, quality and patient safety as key professional values and essential components of daily practice.
Healthcare Revolutionized 2030 is our roadmap to the future. Our strategy is built on the pledge that the founders of our hospital made 140 years ago and reaffirms our commitment to providing equitable, accessible, best-in-class healthcare for everyone – meeting people where they are on their healthcare journey and partnering with them to reach their goals of living their healthiest lives possible. The stage has been set for Women’s to accelerate our priorities and capture the momentum to catapult our system forward to revolutionize healthcare for everyone.
Applicants must reside and be legally eligible to work in Ontario.
This is a Temporary Full-Time Opportunity
Duration: 1 Year
Type: New
One exciting Temporary Full-Time opportunity as a Research Coordinator I (Competition #303) exists in the Women’s Age Lab at Women’s College Hospital reporting to Dr. Rachel Savage. This role will support the activities of a program of research focused on the health and well-being of older adults living in naturally occurring retirement communities (NORCs) and studies related to loneliness and social isolation.
Summary of Duties, but not limited to:
Writing
Work closely with the Project Manager and Research Lead:
In collaboration with team members, writes protocols, reports, abstracts, poster presentations and other relevant deliverables
Assist with writing and submission of manuscripts to scientific journals – may involve creating tables, figures, proof reading, preparation of cover letter, coordinating documents to sign
Conducting literature searches using PubMED, MEDLINE and other Internet resources, retrieve and organize documents from university libraries, write reports summarizing the literature
Communications
Participates in:
Drafting of graphic materials, preparation of infographics, and creation of report dissemination plans
Presentation and slide development
Project Coordination
In collaboration with principal investigators carries out various aspects in the of study/project protocols.
These activities may include:
Monitoring project timelines and deliverables in collaboration with other team members
Participating in the preparation of REB proposals and amendments
Aiding in the recruitment and scheduling of research participants
Supporting data collection including administration and collection of research questionnaires; facilitate or assist focus groups and interviews; data entry
Creating and maintenance of statistical databases
Assisting in grant submissions including drafting, budget preparation, preparation of appendices
Coding and interpreting qualitative data, such as interview transcripts and other materials
Completing administrative tasks such as planning and coordinating meetings of program or project teams, prepare meeting agendas and background material; produces and distributes minutes
Organize/coordinate travel related to research projects
As a role model and champion, you will work to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.
The responsibilities described above are representative and are not to be construed as all-inclusive.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in healthcare related field, Master’s degree preferred
Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working in a research environment and/or academic hospital
Working knowledge of research terminology and methodology
Demonstrated proficiency in project coordination; ability to carry out literature reviews, suggest methodological and analytical modifications to mixed methods health services research studies
Experience with qualitative coding software (e.g., NVivo, Dedoose) and an understanding of qualitative research analysis and interpretation required
Knowledge of principles of public health, epidemiology and aging an asset
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other research-related software such as EndNote, REDCap and NVivo.
Knowledge of applicable legislative, WCH and/or departmental policies and procedures
Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently
Ability to meet tight and fluid deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills are required
Well-developed time management skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Understanding of research design and research ethics
Professional behavior and communication that meets the standards of the professional regulatory college or association, as applicable, and the standards of Women’s College Hospital
This position plays a critical role in acting as an advocate for safety and will demonstrate principles, practices and processes that will optimize a safe environment for all
Why Choose Us?
Be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence.
Shape the future of healthcare in a supportive environment.
Enjoy competitive benefits and an excellent defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP).
Women's College Hospital is a fully affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Toronto and is committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, women and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under our Access for People with Disabilities policy. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance.
