Research & Global Surgery Coordinator

University of Alberta Careers; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Alberta's Division of Otolaryngology is seeking a part-time Research Coordinator to manage day-to-day operations within the division and support global surgery initiatives, based at North Campus Edmonton.

This role works closely with surgeon researchers, trainees and staff to plan, execute and document research activities, coordinate travel and regulatory requirements, and ensure smooth logistics to advance publicly funded projects.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating day-to-day research operations within a clinical division.
• Collaborates with surgeons, researchers, trainees and support staff.
• Manages travel arrangements, regulatory compliance and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations within the Division of Otolaryngology.
• Support Global Surgery Initiatives and partnerships (e.g., Eldoret initiative).
• Communicate with team members and organize travel and regulatory requirements.

Job description

This is a part time position with a term length of1 year plus 1 day.

Location

- This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

The Department of Surgery at the University of Alberta comprises 15 divisions and offers comprehensive programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate levels. In addition to its core divisions, the department includes numerous research groups that drive cutting-edge advancements in areas such as transplantation, joint preservation and regeneration, and surgical simulation technology. Established in 1922, the department has long been a leader in the field, committed to balancing technological innovation with the human touch that defines the art of surgery. Its overarching mission is to restore health through surgical intervention while upholding patient dignity and comfort as essential components of care.

Position Summary

This position involves coordination of day-to-day research operations within the Division of Otolaryngology. The research coordinator will work closely with surgeon researchers (principal investigators), trainees, students and other research staff to plan, execute, and support research activities within the division. The coordinator will also be responsible for day-to-day global surgery operations and activities undertaken by the Division. This involves coordination of Global Surgery Initiatives including the Eldoret Airway Surgical Training Program, the UofA-Moi Otolaryngology Partnership, and other such initiatives and programs undertaken by the surgical members of The Division. This coordinator is responsible for communication with team members, organizing travel and regulatory requirements, documentation, logistics, and coordination of global health related research.