Lead, Research Training Programs

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Hydro Place – 700 University Avenue
Department: Office of Research Trainees
Reports to: Director, Office of Research Trainees
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $84,006 to $126,005 annually
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: February 13, 2026

Position Summary

The mission of UHN’s Office of Research Trainees (ORT) is to contribute towards research productivity and excellence at UHN by providing leadership and support in research trainee and postdoc-related matters.​ The ORT develops high-quality resources, programming, and opportunities to help research students and postdoctoral researchers (PDRs) excel in their research and build their research and professional development skills.

Reporting to the Director, Office of Research Trainees, the Lead, Research Training Programs provides strategic leadership for the development, implementation and evaluation of research training and professional development programs for UHN research trainees and PDRs.  

Duties

• Evaluate current and future training needs, including trainee and PDR needs assessments and SWOT analyses, and internal and external environmental scans
• Oversee the development and implementation of new educational programs for trainees and PDRs
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of ORT educational programs, making appropriate updates to educational programs and curricula as required
• Develop and implement strategic projects and initiatives
• Oversee, coach, and support ORT staff, including Coordinator and Communications Assistant;
• Develop strategic plans for ORT operations and programming, ensuring alignment with UHN and UHN Research vision and strategy, and oversee implementation with ORT staff
• Identify, and consult and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including the UHN Research and Career Advancement Collaborative Hub, Canada Leads, and People & Culture staff
• Identify and address emerging issues and risks within the UHN trainee and PDR communities
• Represent ORT and UHN trainees on committees and with UHN staff and leadership
• Evaluate Key Performance Indicators and prepare strategic reports and presentations for ORT director and UHN leadership

• Completion of a PhD degree in a biomedical or health science research field or recognized equivalent is required.
• At least two years of practical and related experience required.
• Experience developing and implementing educational and/or strategic initiatives is required.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal) required.
• Strategic critical thinking, attention to detail, and time management skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team and independently required.
• Proficient use of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint required.
• Experience with change management is an asset.
• Customer service experience is an asset.

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 https://hoopp.com/)
• Close 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 UHN's 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.