Research Coordinator 1 Bruyère Health RI_ Dr. Amy Hsu

BRI; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Defined pension plan

Wellness program and on-site gyms

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Professional development and learning

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Bruyère Health Research Institute in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking a Research Coordinator I to join Dr. Amy Hsu’s research team and support two programs: RESPECT, which uses health data to predict survival, and Immunization in Long-Term Care.

The role coordinates day-to-day operations with partner care homes and patient advisors, leads REB processes, interviews, analyses, and resource development, and assists with program development and grant applications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in health services research, public health, epidemiology, or implementation science.
• 2+ years of experience in health research or a related field.
• 1+ years of relevant project coordination experience.
• Experience with vulnerable populations (e.g., long-term care residents).
• Experience applying implementation science frameworks and methods.
• Expertise in qualitative data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of quantitative methods is an asset.
• Knowledge of long-term care, palliative care, and vaccinology is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor logistics for the research project.
• Support patient advisory committee activities and coordinate payments.
• Coordinate with partner long-term care homes for research activities.
• Perform financial tasks, such as submitting invoices and tracking expenses.
• Conduct interviews, focus groups, surveys with residents, caregivers, and staff.
• Apply implementation science frameworks to data collection and analysis.
• Prepare and manage REB applications and study documents.
• Provide leadership and supervision to staff and students.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Analytical and organizational skills

Teamwork in a multicultural setting

Education

Master’s degree in health services research, public health, epidemiology, or implementation science

Job description

Job Category: Research Institute

Requisition Number: BRI00003848

• Posted : October 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Description

POSITION TYPE: Full-time, 75 hours / pay period, 1FTE

SALARY SCALE: $35.13 to $40.06 per hour

CLOSING DATE: 2026-10-28*

The Bruyère Health Research Institute supports investigators who contribute to a better, more responsive health care system that delivers the best care to patients, residents, and families. We focus on finding the future of care for aging Canadians and vulnerable populations.

What we offer?

• Competitive health and dental benefits program
• Defined Pension Plan
• Wellness program and on-site gyms
• Employee and Family Assistance Programincluding Mental health support
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Flexible work environment

Summary of the role

We are looking to hire a Research Coordinator I to join Dr. Amy Hsu’s research team and support two research programs:

• Developed by Dr. Hsu and team, RESPECT is a collection of algorithms that uses information about an individual’s health to predict their survival ( www.respectcalculators.ca ) – that is, how long they will live. Funded by CIHR, we apply implementation science frameworks and methods to guide the implementation and evaluation of RESPECT’s use in long-term care homes in Ontario and Alberta. This also includes creating tools and resources to support individuals, caregivers, and healthcare teams in using personalized life expectancy estimates generated by RESPECT to have meaningful care conversations and make informed decisions.
• The Immunization in Long-Term Care Program aims to deepen our understanding of the factors that shape vaccination decision-making, with the goal of improving immunization in long-term care homes. Drawing on evidence from this research, we work with long-term care residents, caregivers, staff, researchers, public health, and long-term care sector partners across Ontario, British Columbia, and New Brunswick to co-develop practical, evidence-informed strategies and resources that address barriers and strengthen immunization in this setting.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, including coordinating with our partner long-term care homes and patient advisors, and leading research activities (i.e., Research Ethics Board applications, interviews, analyses, and resource development) under the mentorship and guidance of the principal investigator. They will also assist the principal investigator in overall program development, including prioritizing program activities and contributing to grant applications.

Main duties and responsibilities

Logistics

• Planning, coordinating, and monitoring logistics for the research project, including facilitating meetings, establishing and tracking project schedules, deliverables, and resources
• Supporting the programs’ patient advisory committee activities, including organizing meetings and coordinating payments to patient advisory members
• Coordinating with partner long-term care homes to support research activities
• Performing financial tasks, such as submitting invoices and tracking expenses against the project budget

Research Support

• Conducting interviews, focus groups, co-design sessions, and surveys with residents, caregivers, and staff of long-term care homes
• Applying implementation science frameworks to data collection (e.g., designing interview guides and surveys) and data analysis
• Supporting the co-development of resources based on research findings, in collaboration with patient advisors and long-term care homes
• Working with the investigator and team to ensure timely drafting and submission of reports, publications, presentations, and grants
• Preparing and managing new and existing Research Ethics Board (REB) applications (e.g., developing study protocols and REB applications, and coordinating study amendments, renewals, study closure forms, etc.)
  

Human Resources

• Providing leadership, supervision and support to staff and students as required
• Providing support to patient partners as required

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in health services research, public health, epidemiology, or implementation science
• 2+ years of experience in health research or a related field
• 1+ years of relevant project coordination experience
• Experience working with vulnerable populations (e.g., long-term care residents and older adults with cognitive impairment)
• Experience applying implementation science frameworks and methods
• Expertise in qualitative data collection (e.g., conducting interviews, focus groups, and/or co-design sessions) and analysis
• Knowledge of quantitative research methods is an asset
• Knowledge of the long-term care sector, palliative care, and vaccinology is an asset
• Exceptional communication skills, including written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage overlapping project phases, and meet deadlines
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to adapt to a dynamic project environment
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Bruyère Health and its Research Institute are fully affiliated with the University of Ottawa, and have other regional academic, government, NGO, and industry partners engaged in collaborative research and innovation initiatives. Our research priorities include Aging and Long-Term Care, Palliative Care, Rehabilitation and Recovery, and Social Accountability (encompassing Primary Care and Health Equity).

Additional Information

*Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

This posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy.

All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of your degrees and certifications, if applicable, in one of Canada’s official languages must also be included. Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, incorrect, or inaccurate, Bruyère Health may, at its discretion, dismiss your application.

Bruyère Health uses artificial intelligence to screen and assess answers provided by applicants. All applications received are subsequently reviewed by a member of our team. The information received, including that which is reviewed and analyzed by artificial intelligence, is used and stored in a secure environment and in accordance with Bruyère Health’s privacy policy PHIL 04 - Privacy and Confidentiality of Personal Information.

Bruyère Health promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyère Health is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

All Bruyère Health employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination for all identified communicable diseases as per our Communicable Diseases: Health Surveillance and Management policy.

An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent following the submission of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.