Position Details
Title: Research Analyst 1
Department: Cancer Education
Reports to: Janet Papadakos, Director
Location: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Salary Range: $27.56 - $41.34 per hour
Hours: 37.5 per week
Shift: 9-5 M-F
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: July 20, 2026

Position Summary
As an integral member of the Cancer Education Program, the Research Analyst 1 is responsible for planning and implementing resource development projects; providing research support; conducting literature reviews and needs assessments; recruiting study participants; assisting in writing research proposals; drafting program reports; conducting statistical analysis using Excel; and coordinating projects. The Analyst must be familiar with plain‑language principles as they apply to health promotion activities, communicate and liaise effectively with patients, family members, physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and other UHN staff, as well as with external supportive‑care organisations. The role also includes collecting and maintaining statistics for the smoking cessation program and performing cross‑functional duties as assigned.

Duties

Data entry

Content review and editing

Quality audits

Time management

Project tracking

Qualifications

Completed a bachelor’s degree program or an equivalent in a Health or Science‑Related Discipline





Minimum one year of related experience in a health‑related field or an equivalent combination of education/experience in health promotion, health policy, health education or communication

Familiarity with theories of health behaviour, health literacy and plain language

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and organisational skills

Ability to learn quickly and work independently

High proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent interpersonal and problem‑solving skills

Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment and pay careful attention to detail

Excellent judgement and tact, with discretion

Ability to perform duties professionally and courteously while meeting deadlines

Capability to manage multiple concurrent tasks

Certification as a Clinical Research Professional is an asset

Benefits

Competitive offer packages

Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Access to transit and UHN shuttle service

Flexible work workplace

Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization

Corporate discounts on travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance and on‑site gyms

Equal Opportunity Employment
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 are encouraged to disclose their requirements.

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📌 Research Analyst I (Ontario)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Ontario