Research Coordinator - Krembil Centre Research

CAMH; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory for Computational Genomics within the Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics at CAMH is seeking a full-time, 12-month Research Coordinator to oversee research operations, data management, and ethics/regulatory documentation across studies focused on brain and mental health.

Working independently and with interdisciplinary teams, you will coordinate projects involving human data, single-cell genomics, and electronic health records, while mentoring students and ensuring high ethical

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in neuroscience, molecular biology, bioinformatics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant human research experience.
• Experience coordinating research studies involving bioinformatics, genomics, neuroscience, or molecular biology.
• Demonstrable R, Python, or Unix shell programming experience with good documentation practices.
• Experience preparing and maintaining research ethics and regulatory documentation.
• Knowledge of ethical conduct of research (GCP, TCPS).
• Experience with research data collection and management.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with researchers, students, and staff in a team environment.
• Excellent project- and time-management skills for independent work and team projects.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supervising and mentoring students or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively with a focus on results and outcomes is preferred.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, initiative, and sound judgment.
• Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day research activities across one or more studies.
• Support the development, implementation, and refinement of research protocols and procedures.
• Utilize clinical chart data and research databases as required.
• Ensure studies are conducted in accordance with approved protocols, SOPs, and best practices.
• Monitor study progress, recruitment targets, timelines, and deliverables.
• Prepare, submit, and maintain research ethics and regulatory documentation.
• Support ethics protocol amendments, adverse event reporting, deviations, and compliance tracking.
• Co-mentor students and communicating with and assisting team members in their projects.
• Contribute to research discussions and directions in formal and informal settings.
• Maintain high quality online documentation for computational tools and analysis workflows.
• Maintain and manage study databases including data entry, cleaning, and quality control.
• Support the preparation of grant submissions, reports, presentations, and publications.
• Translate research findings for scientific, clinical, community, and public audiences.
• Develop accessible and plain-language knowledge translation materials.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate team meetings, advisory groups, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Support onboarding, training, and coordination of trainees.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
• Cultivate a strong, positive lab culture, applying equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in all research activities.
• Support a respectful and collaborative workplace.
• Perform other research-related or administrative duties as required

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Project management

Time management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in neuroscience, molecular biology, bioinformatics, or related discipline

Tools

R

Python

Unix shell

Job description

Job Description

The Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is harnessing the power of high-performance computing and novel technologies to integrate and analyze the wealth of data generated about the brain and mental health. Our research is performed in an open science environment, with an emphasis on reproducible data-driven research and a patient-centric approach to accelerate identification and treatment of mental illness. A focus on global collaboration is key to transforming our understanding of mental health and its treatment. The Centre operates as an incubator for medical technologies to identify, manage and treat mental illness, while shaping policy at national and global levels.

Job Description

The Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is harnessing the power of high-performance computing and novel technologies to integrate and analyze the wealth of data generated about the brain and mental health. Our research is performed in an open science environment, with an emphasis on reproducible data-driven research and a patient-centric approach to accelerate identification and treatment of mental illness. A focus on global collaboration is key to transforming our understanding of mental health and its treatment. The Centre operates as an incubator for medical technologies to identify, manage and treat mental illness, while shaping policy at national and global levels.

Position Description

The Laboratory for Computational Genomics within the Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics is currently seeking a full-time, contract (12 months) Research Coordinator. Working independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary research teams, the role oversees research operations, regulatory compliance, data management, and knowledge translation activities while ensuring high standards of ethical conduct, data quality, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will contribute to a number of diverse tasks to ensure that the Lab operates smoothly. The candidate will coordinate a number of ongoing projects to understand how the brain and its cells change in the context of psychiatric and neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, major depressive disorder, and epilepsy. The successful candidate will work with datasets from humans and animal models that span multiple data types, including single-cell genomics and cellular electrophysiology and electronic health record data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day research activities across one or more studies
• Support the development, implementation, and refinement of research protocols and procedures
• Utilize clinical chart data and research databases as required
• Ensure studies are conducted in accordance with approved protocols, SOPs, and best practices
• Monitor study progress, recruitment targets, timelines, and deliverables
• Prepare, submit, and maintain research ethics and regulatory documentation
• Support ethics protocol amendments, adverse event reporting, deviations, and compliance tracking
• Co-mentor students and communicating with and assisting team members in their projects
• Contribute to research discussions and directions in formal and informal settings
• Maintain high quality online documentation for computational tools and analysis workflows
• Maintain and manage study databases including data entry, cleaning, and quality control
• Support the preparation of grant submissions, reports, presentations, and publications
• Translate research findings for scientific, clinical, community, and public audiences
• Develop accessible and plain-language knowledge translation materials
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate team meetings, advisory groups, and stakeholder engagement activities
• Support onboarding, training, and coordination of trainees
• Work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities
• Cultivate a strong, positive lab culture, applying equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in all research activities
• Support a respectful and collaborative workplace
• Perform other research-related or administrative duties as required

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in neuroscience, molecular biology, bioinformatics, or a related discipline
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant human research experience
• Experience coordinating research studies involving bioinformatics, genomics, neuroscience, or molecular biology
• Demonstrable R, Python, or Unix shell programming experience with good documentation practices
• Experience preparing and maintaining research ethics and regulatory documentation
• Knowledge of ethical conduct of research (GCP, TCPS)
• Experience with research data collection and management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with researchers, students, and staff in a team environment
• Excellent project- and time-management skills for independent work and team projects
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience supervising and mentoring students or equivalent (such as training new co-workers)
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively with a focus on results and outcomes is preferred
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, initiative, and sound judgment
• Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is an asset

Salary Range

$37.51 – $50.60 per hour

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.

CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.

CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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