Research Manager - Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network

Holland-Bloorview-Kids-Rehabilitation-Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital in Toronto is seeking a Research Manager to oversee the Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network. The role involves day-to-day management, cross-site coordination, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

We value leadership, budgeting, and effective communication to support research across Ontario. This temporary full-time position starts November 2, 2026 and ends October 31, 2027.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a health-related field or project management credential.
• At least one year of research management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of research practice, procedures, regulations, and research ethics board applications.
• Ability to manage timelines, budgets and multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PIs to run day-to-day operations of the network across sites and with funder, including report preparation.
• Manage studies within POND, including selections, training, monitoring and investigator meetings.
• Ensure quality, integrity and security on all study-related information and data.
• Oversee submissions to REB and coordinating revisions and annual approval processes.
• Develop and monitor timelines, balancing the demands of multiple projects.
• Oversee research contracts and budgets.

Skills

Research management

Budget management

Leadership

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in health-related field

Project management credential

Job description

Research Manager - Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network

Category Research

Req Number RES-26-00029

Open Date 10/6/2026

Number of Openings 1

Department Bloorview Research Institute

Work type Temporary Full-Time

Salary band Band H ($53.06 - $66.31/hr)

FTE 1.0

Posting Close Date 10/23/2026

Title

Research Manager - Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network

Department

Bloorview Research Institute

Work Type

Temporary, Full-Time (37.5 hrs per week)

Start Date

November 2, 2026

End Date

October 31, 2027

Supervisor

Evdokia Anagnostou

Join us in building a world of possibility for children with neurodevelopmental differences and disabilities!

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. It has ranked amongst Canada’s top 40 research hospitals for more than a decade. Holland Bloorview has won numerous awards including Greater Toronto's Top Employers, Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures. We offer an inspiring, inclusive, innovative, and collaborative work environment with competitive compensation and benefit packages and programs that support ongoing learning and professional growth.

The Bloorview Research Institute (BRI), embedded within the hospital, is the only university-affiliated research institute in Canada dedicated to pediatric disability, and one of very few around the world. BRI’s vision is to be a global leader in transformative, equity-driven research dedicated to enabling personalized versions of a good life across the lifespan, for all individuals with childhood onset disabilities, acquired injuries and developmental differences, their families and communities.

Description

We are seeking a Research Manager with experience working in a fast paced research environment. The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operations of the Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network, a multi-site network of researchers and clinicians across Ontario. Strong critical appraisal skills, effective communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills as well as excellent organization, time management, and priority setting skills are critical to the success of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PIs to run to the day-to-day operations of the network including monitoring timelines, deliverables, and budget, and coordination across sites and with funder including report preparation and presentations
• Manage studies within POND, including selections, training, monitoring and ongoing communications across sites and other studies and organizing investigator meetings
• Ensure quality, integrity and security on all study related information and data
• Oversee submissions to REB and coordinating revisions, annual approval process
• Develop and monitor timelines, balancing the demands of multiple projects
• Oversee research contracts and budgets
• Develop, manage and forecast study budgets
• Contribute to the preparation of required reports and knowledge translation projects (e.g. presentations, manuscripts, stakeholder progress reports, conference publications)
• Develop policies and procedures related to the research program, ensuring external regulations and guidelines are followed
• Manage, orient, onboard any new research volunteers, students, trainees, and staff
• Assist PI in monitoring staff performance and annual performance assessments
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and key project stakeholders
• Take a leadership role in the overall daily management of the network
• Oversee purchases and maintenance of all research equipment
• Ensure research is conducted in compliance with the Tri-Council Policy Statement, Good Clinical Practice, and Health Canada regulations and policies governing clinical research (e.g.TCPS-2, ICH GCP, Health Canada & FDA)
• Support team activities (i.e. schedule meetings, preparing agendas/materials, taking minutes) and assist with research and related administrative tasks as required

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Master's degree in a health-related field or a degree/diploma in project management
• At least one year of research management experience required
• Advanced knowledge of research practice, procedures, regulations, and research ethics board applications
• Demonstrated success in developing and managing project timelines and sub-contracts
• Demonstrated success and understanding of managing finances and budgets for projects
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Ability to take a leadership role as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to organize and facilitate the productivity of investigators and staff
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Superior attention to detail and quality of work
• Works well under pressure, can prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Professional and friendly demeanour

About the Organization

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030. The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/

To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Together We Dare. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3c-FszREUk

Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting [e-mail] or 416-425-6220.

This position is currently accepting applications.