Research Coordinator | Temporary Full Time (1.0 FTE) | CHEO Research Institute

Childrens Hospital of Eastern Ontario; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare institution in Ottawa seeks a Research Coordinator 1 for Indigenous Children’s Health. This role involves managing research projects, conducting data analysis, and contributing to grant proposals. Candidates should have a university degree and a Masters degree in a relevant field, along with strong communication and statistical skills. Competitive salary of $60,000 - $69,000 commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a research coordinator.
• Ability to write reports and peer-reviewed journal articles.
• Experience in statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient day-to-day operation of research projects.
• Conduct data analysis on qualitative and quantitative data.
• Prepare REB submissions for all research projects.

Skills

Research project management

Communication skills

Statistical expertise

Professionalism

Knowledge of Indigenous cultures

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

University undergraduate degree in a related field

Masters degree in health or social science

Tools

STATA

R

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Zotero

Job description

Compensation Pay Range : $0.00-$0.00

Summary

Please send your resume with a cover letter to the REDCap portal : Although we appreciate the interest of all candidates only candidates invited for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Posting Information

• Posting # RI-25-046
• Posting Period: October 8 2025 to October 31 2025

Position

• Research Coordinator 1 - Indigenous Children’s Health

Term

1-year Contract - Full-time (FTE 1.0) 37.5 hours weekly

Salary

Range $60000 - $69000 will be commensurate with skills & experience

Reports To

Dr. Nancy Young Senior Scientist

The Childrens Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute Inc. (CHEO RI) is the research arm of the Childrens Hospital of Eastern Ontario Ottawa Childrens Treatment Centre (CHEO) and an affiliated institute of the University of Ottawa. We acknowledge that Ottawa is built on unceded Algonquin Anishinabek territory. The Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia, and we honour them and this land. CHEO RI also honours all First Nations Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is a beloved institution and workplace that is widely recognized for being an anchor in our community. CHEO RI works to create new knowledge and evidence to support CHEO in its provision of world-class care to our children. Our mission at CHEO RI is to connect exceptional talent and technology in pursuit of life-changing research for every child, youth and family in our community and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient day-to-day operation of research projects (sample recruitment, data collection and project management)
• Conduct data analysis on qualitative and quantitative data
• Conduct systematic reviews
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources to produce clear comprehensive research summaries and reports
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate data, identify patterns and support evidence-informed recommendations
• Proven capacity to integrate diverse knowledge areas to guide research planning and enhance project outcomes
• Lead the development and submissions of abstracts and present at academic conferences
• Write reports and peer-reviewed journal articles
• Actively support the PI and Research Manager in the development of grant proposals for CIHR and other funders. Prepare REB submissions / revisions / modifications for all research projects
• Ensure high standards of data quality across the ACHWM initiative ensuring data integrity, respecting data sovereignty and confirming consistency with the study protocol
• Maintain research documentation according to research guidelines (e.g. GCP)
• Create surveys and manage data in REDCap
• Maintain up-to-date work plans for all research projects
• Liaise with the ACHWM team, CHEO RI staff and the CHEO RI Research Coordinators group
• Supervise summer students
• Perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Perform various administrative duties and other related duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• University undergraduate degree in a related field (BA or BSc) (Essential)
• A Masters degree in a health or social science field (Essential)
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a research coordinator (Essential)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Essential)
• Expertise in research project management able to multi-task and meet deadlines (Essential)
• Statistical expertise and practical experience using STATA or R (Essential)
• High level of professionalism and interprofessional skills (Essential)
• Excellent computer skills including advanced knowledge of research-related software (Excel PowerPoint Outlook Covidence Zotero etc.) (Essential)
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures (Preferred)
• Bilingual (English / French) (Preferred)

Working Conditions

• Able to work effectively and independently in a hybrid environment
• Work on-site at the CHEO RI 2 or more days per week
• Able to be highly productive with minimal supervision
• Able to travel to support data collection in remote communities and present at conferences (the employer will cover cost)

Other Requirements

• Eligible to work in Canada;
• Must be an Ontario or Québec resident;
• Compliance with CHEO RIs Universal COVID-19 Vaccination Policy; and
• Pass a Police Record Check

To Apply

Please submit your application through this link. Note that you will be required to answer several questions, upload a cover letter and a complete CV. You will have the option to save and return to complete your application later if necessary.

The CHEO Research Institute values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer who values diverse perspectives and supports people to be their authentic selves. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants. Should an applicant require any accommodations during the application process as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act please notify Human Resources.

EEO Statement

The CHEO Research Institute seeks to increase equity diversity and inclusion in all its activities including research education and career development, patient, family and donor partnerships. We value diverse and non-traditional career paths and perspectives and value skills such as resilience collaboration and relationship-building. We welcome applications from members of racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

CHEO Research Institute does not use artificial intelligence during the selection and recruitment process.

Worksite unless otherwise indicated will be 401 Smyth Road Ottawa ON K1H 8L1. Applications will only be considered from those that are eligible to work in Canada.