Scientific Associate 1

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies:  1
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department:  Health Systems and Policy Research Collaborative Centre
Reports to:  Chair Health Systems and Policy Research Collaborative Centre
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary Full-Time (1 year contract with possibility for extension)
Closing Date: August 15 2025

The Health Systems and Policy Research Collaborative Centre at the University Health Network (UHN) is seeking a highly motivated and strategically minded Scientific Associate to join our newly established and dynamic Centre. The Scientific Associate will play a hybrid role that combines scientific expertise with strategic engagement serving as an internal and external consultant to help advance the Centres mission. The incumbent will lead the design and execution of health systems and policy research projects while also spearheading new research opportunities and partnerships that support the growth sustainability and strategic goals of the Centre. This position is ideal for a candidate with a strong research background and a passion for building collaborations that drive impact across the health system. 

The Health Systems and Policy Research Collaborative Centre was established as part of UHNs commitment to fostering collaboration across high-priority health systems research areas empowering teams to address complex health challenges and strengthening UHNs leadership and partnerships in these fields. Its mission is to build an inclusive and collaborative research community across UHN while developing strong partnerships to support the translation of research into evidence-informed policies and practices that drive meaningful and lasting health system transformation. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

Lead the Design Development and Implementation of Scientific Research Projects in Health Systems and Policy  

• Design develop and implement scientific research projects and protocols across key areas of health systems and policy research (e.g. health technology assessment economic evaluation implementation science policy etc). 
• Assess the feasibility and application of a broad range of scientific methods and research principles under the guidance of the Centre Chair and affiliated Scientists. 
• Apply research principles and techniques including study design data management quality assurance statistical analysis and interpret and summarize research findings of large health administrative data sets.  
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and present results at scientific conferences and stakeholder meetings. 
• Develop reports and lead or facilitate presentations and workshops across academic and partner sites. 

Support business development by identifying and managing strategic partnerships pursuing new research opportunities (including grant applications) and contributing to the Centres growth and revenue generation. 

• Identify and pursue new business and research development opportunities with initial focus on Ontario and Canada. 
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders including but not limited to UHN foundations other foundations funding agencies provincial and federal government and industry. 
• Act as the scientific lead in early-stage project discussions helping scope proposals and ensure scientific alignment with client and partner priorities. 
• Build a robust network of collaborators to support growth areas for the Collaborative Centres portfolio. 
• Act as an internal and external consultant on research and strategy initiatives aligned with the Centres vision. 
• Lead the development of grant applications and RFPs including identification of opportunities proposal writing ensuring compliance with grant guidelines coordination and submission. 
• Conduct special projects that support the Centres strategic objectives including market scanning trend analysis and business case development. 

Qualifications :

• Ph.D. in Health Systems and Policy Research or a related discipline (e.g. Health Technology Assessment Health Economics Outcomes Research Implementation Science).  
• Minimum requirement of 1 year of relevant experience. 
• Equivalent combination of education (MSc) and 5 years of relevant experience will be considered. 
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: health technology assessment economic evaluations outcomes research implementation science or policy analysis. 
• Knowledge of both research and business development processes is strongly preferred. 
• Proficiency with quantitative and qualitative analysis tools (e.g. R Python NVivo etc). 
• Proven track record of research leadership including peer-reviewed publications and presentations. 
• Excellent writing communication and presentation skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams and with external partners. 

Additional Skills and Attributes 

• High degree of initiative strategic thinking and professional independence. 
• Strong organizational time management and multitasking skills. 
• Ability to manage complex projects with minimal direction. 
• Client service orientation with demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships. 
• Ability to work effectively with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. 
• Strong decision-making problem-solving and negotiation capabilities. 
• Outstanding analytical and data management skills. 
• Comfortable communicating with senior stakeholders and representing the Centre externally. 
• Demonstrated commitment to equity diversity and inclusion in research and partnerships. 

Additional Information :

Why join UHN

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts on-site gyms etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time