Project Manager, MD Program

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Toronto is seeking a Project Manager for its MD Program. You will lead complex projects, focusing on the implementation of the Scarborough Academy of Medicine. Successful candidates will have project management experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively. The role offers a competitive salary and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum five years of administrative experience necessary.
• Experience with data analysis and statistical reporting.
• Proficiency in communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Develop project design including charter and scheduling.
• Plan and implement project phases and events.
• Analyze data and generate complex reports.
• Strengthen relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Online survey tools

Job description

Date Posted: 07/24/2025
Req ID: 44459
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Office of the Associate Dean, MD Program
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00043789

Description:

About us:

Home to over 40 departments and institutes, the University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine lies at the heart of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network and is a global leader in ground-breaking research and education, spanning clinical medicine, basic science and the rehabilitation sciences sectors.

Your opportunity:

The MD Program trains the next generation of doctors by delivering a comprehensive learning experience to our students. We have been at the forefront of medical education innovation and scholarship, as well as life-changing health research and innovation, since we were established in 1843. Thanks to the contributions made by our faculty and staff, we are consistently recognized as the top medical school in Canada, and among the best in the world.

As Project Manager, you will be an integral member of the MD Program team leading the planning, implementing and flawless execution of avariety of complex projects that support the strategic priorities of the MD Program. A main focus will be the invaluable work related to the implementation of the new Scarborough Academy of Medicine within our program. You will play an essential role engaging and communicating with key internal and external partners, managing multiple, time-sensitive priorities and providing recommendations for change and more efficient coordination of operations. Your extensive project management experience along with your ability to exercise solid critical thinking, analytical, collaborative and problem solving skills will be key to your success in this role.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing the overallproject design, including developing a charter, allotting resources, maintaining quality control standards, and scheduling
• Planning and implementing project phases, event activities, and process improvements as well as implementing project communication plans.
• Gathering information to inform budget planning processes
• Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners
• Designing surveys, interviews, and other research tools for program evaluation
• Producing complex statistical data, analyzing data, and generating reports; Scheduling and assigning workflow to project team members
• Presenting to various key partners and stakeholders on behalf of the program

Essential Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including planning, implementation, and execution of complex projects.
• Demonstrated project management experience and planning project phases with stakeholders.
• Strong aptitude with designing surveys, interviews, and other research tools for program evaluation.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting data to produce statistical information and comprehensive reports.
• Proficiency in writing routine documents, correspondence, presenting, and reporting.
• Ability to think strategically and analytically to push forward projects.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal skills in building relationships with and eliciting cooperation from team members, stakeholders, and partners.
• Ability to deal effectively with multiplepriorities and projects with conflicting deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and quality.
• Demonstrated initiative in seeing projects through to completion, on time and on budget.
• Strong problem-solving skills to addresspotential issues and roadblocks in a timely manner.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, SharePoint and PowerPoint. Experience with online survey tools and Project Management tools such as MS Project and MS Planner.

Assets (Nonessential):

• Experience directing a small group in a limited area, including responsibility for scheduling and/ or workflow

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Communicator
• Goal oriented
• Meticulous
• Organized

Closing Date: 08/05/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 15 -- $97,348. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $124,491. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial
Recruiter: Amanda Krmek

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.