Research Professional, Health Research

Yukon University; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Whitehorse seeks a Research Professional in Health Research to support the development and implementation of research programs. Responsibilities include data management and analysis, contributing to research dissemination, and administrative support. Qualifications include an undergraduate degree in a related field, with experience in research and strong writing skills preferred. This position offers a competitive wage and contributes to enhancing northern health capacity.

Qualifications

• Experience in research and/or evaluation and/or knowledge translation.
• Familiarity with academic/scientific bibliographic databases.
• Experience with program evaluation and/or community-based research.

Responsibilities

• Support data collection and management for research projects.
• Perform data analysis using appropriate software.
• Contribute to the dissemination of research results.

Skills

Data collection and management

Data analysis

Strong writing skills

Effective communication

Self-directed

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant health-related discipline

Tools

Windows applications

Canva

Job description

Research Professional, Health Research

YukonU Research Centre, Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) Campus

Term: January 5th to July 31st, 2026 | Wage: $41.13 to $48.95 per hour (based on 75 hours bi‑weekly) | Employment Opportunity Number: 25.145 | Closing Date: January 2nd, 2026

About Us

At YukonU Research Centre we create and share knowledge that helps us understand the world around us. We are excited by opportunities to solve unique problems. We are dedicated to supporting local innovation and increasing student research capacity, building a stronger, more resilient north, where we all thrive together.

Job Summary

As a Research Professional, you will support the development and implementation of research program areas and projects related to a programmatic area of focus, aligning with Yukon University’s Strategic Directions and values, building northern capacity, and addressing northern needs.

Duties

• Supports data collection and management, including qualitative and quantitative data, and secondary analysis.
• Enters data and manages research data and other confidential files within a secured system.
• Performs data analysis using appropriate software.
• Performs literature searches and knowledge translation activities as needed.
• Provides administrative support duties, including meeting and event coordination, minute taking, drafting of ethics applications, facilitating team communication, creating and conducting pre and post surveys, and other related tasks as needed.
• Contributes to the development of a measurement framework including selected performance/outcome indicators based on available evaluation resources.
• Contributes to the dissemination of research results through co‑authorship of technical reports, peer‑reviewed publications, presentations, meetings, media interactions, and other internal and public communication avenues.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (or diploma with significant experience) in a relevant health‑related discipline.
• Experience in research and/or evaluation and/or knowledge translation.
• Strong and current knowledge base and/or experience in at least one of: gerontology, long‑term care, palliative care, aging and wellness, and/or social determinants of health (experience in more than one is an asset).
• Experience with data collection and analysis (quantitative or qualitative).
• Experience with program evaluation and/or community‑based and participatory action research (preferred).
• Familiarity with academic/scientific bibliographic databases, including literature search and retrieval.
• Knowledge of ethics review submissions and accompanying requirements (asset).
• Strong writing skills for academic and non‑academic audiences.
• Proficiency in Windows applications and Canva.
• Self‑directed, prioritizes tasks efficiently, communicates effectively, sociable, and conscientious.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of government, non‑government and academic organisations.
• Experience designing and carrying out research or quality assurance projects in an academic or health care environment.

Other Requirements

Valid Driver’s License. Must be able to work independently and lead a team when required.

Application Information

Please submit a cover letter with your resume outlining your qualifications and relevant experience and why you are interested in this opportunity, along with a statement of qualifications available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions. Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications; selection for interview will be based on applications submitted.

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, qualified candidates who self‑identify as Yukon First Nations, Metis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry will be given priority.

Consideration may be given to candidates with an appropriate blend of education and experience. An eligibility list will be created for anticipated vacancies and maintained for six months.

Applicants should be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Contact

Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]