Project Manager, Health AI Implementation (Contract)

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Health AI Implementation, the Project Manager, Health AI Implementation (12-month contract) will play a key role in driving the successful planning and delivery of Vector’s health AI implementation projects. The Project Manager, Health AI Implementation will also act as an interface between Vector team members, health partners, and researchers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provide leadership and project management of health AI implementation portfolio initiatives:
- Participate in identifying, establishing, and supporting health AI deployment projects and partnerships with health organizations and researchers;
- Create project plan(s), engage with project stakeholders, identify, and manage project risks, and track milestones;
- Track project performance, analyze deliverables against requirements, develop, implement, and maintain ongoing progress reports, project profiles, and other processes and tools designed to measure achievement of project goals; and,
- Improve operational efficiency, refine and reinforce strategies in a timely manner.
- Act as a liaison between Vector Health team members, other Vector work streams, researchers, and health sector stakeholders by relaying information and ensuring transparency;
- Participate in developing and facilitating knowledge mobilization activities to support AI deployment;
- Keep a record of Vector's support and participation in implementation projects and initiatives to capture Vector's contribution to health AI; and,
- Other related duties as assigned from time to time.

KEY SUCCESS MEASURES

- Health AI projects are successfully scoped, launched, and managed in accordance with timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations;
- Stakeholders (e.g., health organizations, researchers, internal teams) report high satisfaction with project engagement, clarity of communication, and support provided throughout the project lifecycle; and,




- Vector’s contribution to health AI implementation is well-documented and communicated, supporting strategic goals, funding commitments, and public reporting.

PROFILE OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Holds, at minimum, a university degree in business, health, technical, or a related field;
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience managing projects including scoping, planning, implementation, monitoring, and project closure; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred;
- Experience with projects that involve sensitive or regulated data, ideally health data, is preferred;
- Broader health sector experience is preferred;
- Experience with projects that involve researchers and/or clinicians is considered an asset;
- Adept at building and effectively managing multidisciplinary project teams, prioritizing conflicting needs, managing limited resources, handling matters expeditiously, and following through on tasks to successful completion;
- Possesses exceptional verbal and written English communication skills; effective in presenting to a diverse set of stakeholders from the business and technology ecosystem;
- Understands the primary roles of the various organizations including creative Ontario organizations and key health sector players (e.g., major Ontario hospitals, ICES, Health Canada) and their programs in support of innovation, research, and startups; and,
- Brings a positive attitude and energy, integrity, a sense of humour and outlook to a corporate culture, and is motivated by continuous learning and the desire to make a difference and a real contribution to health AI.

TOTAL REWARDS: The expected salary for this position will be $64,400 - $80,500 per year,



plus benefits if applicable. The final salary offer will reflect the successful candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, in alignment with the Vector Institute's Compensation Policy and may differ from above.

The Vector Institute’s Total Rewards approach extends beyond traditional compensation and benefits. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive suite of supports that recognize and value employees, including vacation time, floater days, GRRSP, a Health Spending Account, a Summer Hours program, and flexible work arrangements.

POSITION STATUS: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: Vector may use both internal and external third party AI-based tools to assist in the screening of applications for this posting. Any data collected will be used solely for recruitment purposes and handled in accordance with Vector’s External Privacy Policy and Use of AI-Based Tools in Recruitment and Selection Policy.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT: Vector believes AI powers possibility by advancing cutting-edge research and translating it into real-world impact through collaboration with research, industry, and government. Vector is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects its values.

The Vector Institute welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including those who are Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, racialized persons/visible minorities, women, and people with disabilities.

If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact [email protected]. The Vector Institute team will be happy to work with you to ensure your experience is as inclusive and accessible as possible.

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📌 Project Manager, Health AI Implementation (Toronto)
🏢 Vector Institute
📍 Toronto