Research Coordinator

University of Alberta

Research Coordinator leading community-engaged health studies at the University of Alberta. Coordinating ethics, data, grants, patient partnerships, and research staff across Alberta and Ontario.

Posted 8/6/2026part-timeEdmonton • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$36,742 - CA$50,367 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in research project management, including participant recruitment, data collection, and analysis, while effectively communicating and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Proficient in grant writing and patient-oriented research methodologies, with a strong focus on health equity and community engagement.

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Research Project ManagementGrant WritingQualitative Research MethodologiesPatient-Oriented ResearchHealth Equity Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionData AnalysisParticipant RecruitmentStudy Protocol DesignEthics SubmissionsTranscription CoordinationResearch Evidence SynthesisBudget ManagementTeam Support and DevelopmentKnowledge Dissemination

Soft Skills

Outstanding Verbal CommunicationOutstanding Written CommunicationSuperior Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGoogle SuiteREDCapCitrixEndNoteInformation Technology Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Health or Social Sciences

Industry Keywords

Health EquityCancer CarePalliative CareEnd-of-Life CareRacialized PopulationsSocial and Health InequitiesPatient EngagementCommunity Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Citrix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work collaboratively with the PI to oversee, plan, and coordinate implementation of research studies
Prepare, revise, and update consent forms, ethics submissions, renewals, study modifications, and other study materials
Secure site approvals and assist with study protocol and procedure design and implementation
Organize and facilitate Patient Advisory Council communications and operations
Maintain relationships with research team members, co-investigators, decision makers, patient partners, community collaborators, and healthcare settings
Coordinate participant recruitment, interviews, focus groups, data collection, and data analysis
Coordinate transcription of interviews, focus groups, and meetings
Manage research data with the PI and research team
Mentor and supervise research assistants and trainees
Assist with recruitment, hiring, team support and development, and evaluation processes
Assist with grant applications, funding opportunity identification, budgets, documentation, and letters of support
Maintain written syntheses of research evidence
Support knowledge dissemination through study reports, summaries, and oral presentations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in health or social sciences is required
Research project management experience is required
Knowledge of health equity, cancer care, and palliative and end-of-life care
Research experience with racialized populations and groups experiencing social and health inequities highly desirable
Knowledge and previous research experience with qualitative research methodologies
Knowledge of patient-oriented research or willingness to acquire it quickly
Experience with patient and community engagement
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Experience with grant and publication writing is required
Ability to work well independently and with others
Superior organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
Computer proficiency and solid information technology skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Windows environments, Google Suite, REDCap, Citrix, EndNote, and internet-based tools
Comfort working remotely and in a hybrid modality
Must work in a strictly scent-free environment when on campus and avoid scented products

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Position subject to applicable terms and conditions of the NASA collective agreement
Hybrid work arrangement with a mix of remote and in-person work
Position is part time, 21 hours per week
Expected end date of December 31, 2026