Research Summer Student 2026

Union: Non-Union 
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement: New
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Cardiology
Reports to: Dr. Carolina Alba
Hours: 35
Salary: $17.60 - $20.91 per hour.
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary Full Time
Closing Date: February 27th, 2026

Position Summary:
This is an exciting opportunity for an under-graduate or graduate student, who is interested in learning how to conduct clinical research in the Heart Failure and Transplant Program at UHN. Students will be exposed to a highly competitive academic environment. The knowledge gained from this experience may have invaluable impact on the student academic career. 

Duties:

• Support clinical and health services research activities within the Heart Failure and Transplant Program at UHN, including data collection and organization.
• Assist with the preparation of research outputs, including a written project summary and abstract.
• Contribute to the analysis and synthesis of clinical or program-level data under the guidance of the research team.
• Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and trainees in a fast-paced academic clinical research environment.
• Apply strong attention to detail and time-management skills to support multiple project deliverables and deadlines.
• Communicate research progress and findings clearly through written and verbal updates.
• Prepare and present an abstract or poster summarizing the project’s objectives, methods, and findings at the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research Summer Research Day.

• Satisfactory university academic achievement 
• Interest in health services and clinical research a must 
• High level of interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills 
• High degree of attention to detail 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as a member of a team 
• Knowledge and experience in the use of computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs, data collection, and data management software 
• Well-developed time and project management skills 

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.