Research Manager - Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network
Category Research
Req Number RES-26-00029
Open Date 10/6/2026
Number of Openings 1
Department Bloorview Research Institute
Work type Temporary Full time
Salary band Band H ($53.06 - $66.31/hr)
FTE 1.0
Posting Close Date 10/23/2026
Description
**Title** : Research Manager - Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network
**Department** : Bloorview Research Institute
**Work Type** : Temporary, Full-Time (37.5 hrs per week)
**Start Date** : November 2, 2026
**End Date** : October 31, 2027
**Supervisor:** Evdokia Anagnostou
Join us in building a world of possibility for children with neurodevelopmental differences and disabilities!
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada's largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto.

It has ranked amongst Canada's top 40 research hospitals for more than a decade.

Holland Bloorview has won numerous awards including Greater Toronto's Top Employers, Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

We offer an inspiring, inclusive, innovative, and collaborative work environment with competitive compensation and benefit packages and programs that support ongoing learning and professional growth.

The Bloorview Research Institute (BRI), embedded within the hospital, is the only university-affiliated research institute in Canada dedicated to pediatric disability, and one of very few around the world. BRI's vision is to be a global leader in transformative, equity-driven research dedicated to enabling personalized versions of a good life across the lifespan, for all individuals with childhood onset disabilities, acquired injuries and developmental differences, their families and communities.
**Description**
We are seeking a Research Manager with experience working in a fast paced research environment.

The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operations of the Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network, a multi-site network of researchers and clinicians across Ontario.

Strong critical appraisal skills, effective communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills as well as excellent organization, time management, and priority setting skills are critical to the success of this position.
**Key Responsibilities**




Collaborate with PIs to run to the day-to-day operations of the network including monitoring timelines, deliverables, and budget, and coordination across sites and with funder including report preparation and presentations
Manage studies within POND, including selections, training, monitoring and ongoing communications across sites and other studies and organizing investigator meetings
Ensure quality, integrity and security on all study related information and data
Oversee submissions to REB and coordinating revisions, annual approval process
Develop and monitor timelines, balancing the demands of multiple projects
Oversee research contracts and budgets
Develop, manage and forecast study budgets
Contribute to the preparation of required reports and knowledge translation projects (e.g. presentations, manuscripts, stakeholder progress reports, conference publications)
Develop policies and procedures related to the research program, ensuring external regulations and guidelines are followed
Manage, orient, onboard any new research volunteers, students, trainees, and staff
Assist PI in monitoring staff performance and annual performance assessments
Liaise with regulatory agencies and key project stakeholders
Take a leadership role in the overall daily management of the network
Oversee purchases and maintenance of all research equipment
Ensure research is conducted in compliance with the Tri-Council Policy Statement, Good Clinical Practice, and Health Canada regulations and policies governing clinical research (e.g.TCPS-2, ICH GCP, Health Canada & FDA)
Support team activities (i.e. schedule meetings, preparing agendas/materials, taking minutes) and assist with research and related administrative tasks as required
**Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities**
Master's degree in a health-related field or a degree/diploma in project management
At least one year of research management experience required
Advanced knowledge of research practice, procedures, regulations, and research ethics board applications




Demonstrated success in developing and managing project timelines and sub-contracts
Demonstrated success and understanding of managing finances and budgets for projects
Demonstrated leadership skills
Ability to take initiative and work independently
Ability to take a leadership role as part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to organize and facilitate the productivity of investigators and staff
Exceptional organizational skills
Superior attention to detail and quality of work
Works well under pressure, can prioritize and meet deadlines
Strong written and oral communication skills
Professional and friendly demeanour
About the Organization Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury.

All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030.

The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/
To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Together We Dare.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3c-FszREUk
Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA).

This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate.

We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners.

To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community.

Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities.

Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting [email protected] or (phone hidden).

This position is currently accepting applications.

📌 Research Manager - Province of Ontario Neurodevelopmental Disorders (POND) Network (Toronto)
🏢 Holland Bloorview
📍 Toronto