Research jobs in Toronto, ON

Company Bio

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.

What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.

North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.

We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career!

Position Summary

On a practical level, you will

• Lead the planning and manage the implementation of the WSOF research grant through the various phases.
• Lead, organize and facilitate project-related meetings, develop project reports and maintain project plans, presentations, statistics and other related documents, as required.
• Build and maintain relationships with all project partners and provide effective written and verbal communication.
• Proactively identify any project risks and recommend solutions and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure project deliverables are met on time, within budget and within scope .
• Provide secretariat support including setting agendas, writing meeting minutes, and logging, tracking, and following up on action items and key decisions.
• Lead the tracking of metrics requested by stakeholders
• Support the planning and facilitation of cross-organizational meetings and events related to the WSOF research grant.
• Conduct background research on future projects in the WSOF research grant, as required
• Develop content for periodic reporting to the committees that govern the WSOF research grant
• Assist in the preparation of grant applications and funding opportunities
• Perform other related duties as required from time to time
• Participate on committees related to the WSOF research grant, as required

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Health Administration, Health Sciences or related field combined with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience supporting a major research program comprised of multiple projects.
• A Master’s degree in health or business administration is preferred.
• Experience applying project management phases and best practices, including developing project budgets and facilitating the definition of goals and resources.
• Project Management training or certification considered an asset.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate data extracted from various systems to internal and external partners.
• Strong relationship management and community engagement skills.
• Experience assembling, mentoring and guiding a project team of individuals who do not report directly to the project manager

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Permanent position with 75 hours bi-weekly, Day shifts, 8 hour shifts in the Research and Innovation department. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca.

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How to Apply

Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.