Associate

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is seeking a Research Ethics Associate to safeguard the integrity of research conducted within SHA facilities. You will review, approve and monitor minimal-risk studies, ensuring ethical conduct and participant protection while supporting the SHA's academic mission.

The role requires a MHSc, at least one year of research experience, and strong collaboration with clinicians, researchers and regulatory bodies to advance evidence-based practice and quality

Qualifications

• One year of experience performing research.
• MHSc degree or higher.
• Licensed and in good standing with regulatory body, if applicable.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Review, approve, and monitor minimal risk research within the SHA.
• Protect clinicians, staff, and patients from unethical or high risk research.
• Support the SHA's academic mission by applying evidence-based practice.

Skills

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Collaboration

Leadership / coaching

Communication

Education

Master of Health Science (MHSc)

Tools

LEAN management system

Job description

Position #: 206113

Expected Start Date: September 28, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Research - Administration

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: October 31, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is an Academic Health Care Organization that aims to provide safe, effective and innovative care through evidence-based practice, training and research. The Research Ethics Associate is a highly qualified person responsible for protecting the SHA, its clinicians, staff, and people they serve from engaging in unethical, poor quality, and/or high risk research that will result in minimal or no value. The Research Ethics Associate plays a critical role in helping the SHA achieve its Academic mission by undertaking the review, approval, and ongoing monitoring of minimal risk research undertaken within the SHA.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• One (1) year experience performing research

Education

• Master of Health Science (MHSc)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Computer skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Demonstrated ability to apply research to design, manage & coordinate.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in applicable tools and techniques of research
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in research process and methodology
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Current clinical knowledge and skill are required in a broad range of areas.
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Knowledge in LEAN management system

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Travel within Saskatchewan