Research Analyst II

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.

Job Description

Union: Non- Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement Position
Site: Toronto General Hospital, Ajmera Transplant Centre
Department: MOT Liver Transplant
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Salary Range:$ to $ per hour
Hours: hours per week
Status: Temporary Full Time
Shifts: Days
Closing Date: June 15, 2026

Position Summary

The Ajmera Transplant Centre of the University Health Network (Toronto General Hospital) has an opening for a Research Analyst II within the Liver Transplant Group. As the successful candidate, you will have an important role in a large clinical and research-based program that strives to be the world leader in transplantation medicine/surgery. You will work with a team of clinicians and clinician-scientists.

Working under supervision of senior staff, the Research Analyst II exercises moderate judgment and decision-making in utilizing established policies and procedures to determine work methods and resolve problems. This may include: conducting literature searches/reviews for new proposals as directed; coordinating necessary data flow both internally as well as externally with collaborators from other sites; maintaining regulatory documents; participating in department review of data collection strategies; generating response curves, status reports and other statistical reports as required; assisting in the preparation of submissions to the Research Ethics Board; function as a resource in planning, implementing and evaluating a full range of programs and services that support education research and scholarly activities and performing other duties consistent with job classification, as requested.

Duties

• Coordinate and manage clinical and research data collection activities within the Liver Transplant program
• Conduct literature searches and reviews to support research proposals, manuscripts, and ongoing projects
• Develop, maintain, and organize research databases, datasets, and regulatory documentation
• Liaise with internal teams, external collaborators, and institutional departments regarding data flow and project coordination
• Assist with Research Ethics Board (REB) submissions, amendments, and study documentation
• Participate in the review and implementation of data collection strategies and quality assurance processes
• Generate statistical summaries, reports, response curves, and other research-related outputs as required
• Support education, research, and scholarly activities within the Ajmera Transplant Centre and perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• At minimum, a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Science required
• At minimum, three (3) years related experience
• Experience using statistical analysis and data management software applications required
• Ability to apply a range of fundamental research principals, theories, concepts and techniques relating to data collection and management
• Demonstrates excellent competency in written and verbal communications
• Highly developed computer and Internet skills; R and SQL considered an asset. RedCap or data management software experience highly valued.
• May assist in the preparation of submissions to the Research Ethics Board
• Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines preferred (such as ICH/GCP, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki, PHIPA)
• Experience developing, and working according to, SOPs
• Ability to manage competing demands of short and long-term projects, independently coordinating and prioritizing relevant projects, tasks and responsibilities
• Detail oriented with strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

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 )
• 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.

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.