Date Posted: 11/04/2026

Req ID: 50909

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education

Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number: 00055752

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity https://kpe.utoronto.ca/.

Your opportunity:

The Research Officer is part of a team working at the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education and specifically in the Exercise Oncology Lab (Principal Investigator: Dr.

Linda

Trinh).

The Research

Officer supports various research and administrative aspects of several research projects, with a general focus on behaviour change and cancer survivorship. The lab engages in highly collaborative projects with other faculty members, as well as some of the largest cancer centres in Canada (Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Odette Cancer Centre).

The Research

Officer will regularly interact with staff, investigators, external researchers, faculty, and current or potential research participants to conduct and record research activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Developing project schedules including milestones, critical path, timelines, deliverables and reporting
- Scheduling day-to-day project activities
- Coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, materials, action and follow-up items
- Following rules and procedural instructions when administering research studies
- Disseminating and collecting research surveys and questionnaires
- Coding quantitative research data
- Tracking and monitoring research activities
- Maintaining information and databases on digital platforms

Essential Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Psychology, or a related field
- Minimum one year of experience coordinating and supporting research studies, including participant recruitment, data collection,



data management, study administration, the application of research ethics policies and procedures, and the delivery of randomized controlled trials (RCTs)
- Minimum one year of experience applying quantitative and qualitative research methodologies to data collection, management, and analysis, including the use of device-based measures of physical activity and sedentary behaviour (e.g., accelerometers, Fitbit devices, and inclinometers)
- Minimum one year of experience working with clinical populations, specifically cancer survivors, and a demonstrated interest in physical activity research
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), online survey software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, leadership, time management, and organizational skills
- Proficiency with quantitative analysis techniques and software
- Ability to work independently, and also collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Proven ability to deal with people in a tactful and effective manner, ability to exhibit sound judgment in decision making
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Problem solve project-related issues as they arise
- Must be able to work well under pressure, especially during peak study periods

To be successful in this role you will be:

- Accountable
- Communicator
- Organized
- Problem solver
- Tactful
- Team player

Note: This is a 1-year term position Closing Date: 11/12/2026, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: USW

Appointment Type: Grant - Term

Schedule: Full time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

USW Pay Band 08 - $66,522 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $85,069. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching

Divisional HR Office Email: [email protected]

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities,



persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Job descriptions are available upon request for internal applicants.

Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].

Indigenous Substantiation Process The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website.

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