Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement: New
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Toronto Centre for Liver Disease
Reports to: Director, Toronto Centre for Liver Disease
Salary: $18.67 to $22.24 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Day; Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: April 17, 2026

Position Summary

Please note this application is only for Research Summer Student Hires who have been extended a verbal employment offer.

This application is specifically designed for offers made to new Research summer student hires, which include Award Students.

Process to apply online for new Research Summer Students:

1. Please fill in your profile with your legal name and address. You must also include your email address and all other required fields.
2. Copy and paste your resume/attach your resume. A cover letter will not be necessary.
3. If you are on a work or study permit, you must also upload/attach a copy of your work or study permit.
4. Complete all the online questions.
5. Submit your application
6. Receive an auto acknowledgment from UHN

Duties:

• Supports the VIRCAN Program studies by assisting with data management, analysis, and research coordination
• Assists in data collection and source documentation following UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines
• Executes study-related administrative tasks
• Enters clinical research data into databases
• Applies fundamental knowledge of research principles, theories, and concepts
• Identifies problems using assessment skills and report any abnormalities to the Clinical Research Coordinator/VIRCAN Manager
• Applies knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, such as ICH/GCP guidelines, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki and FDA CFR and Health Canada TPD
• Has knowledge of medical terminology and/or dealing with regulatory issues
• Works under the supervision of senior staff, exercises moderate judgment and decision-making in utilizing established policies and procedures to resolve problems.

Ideal for students seeking hands-on clinical research experience in a leading liver disease center.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older, per UHN policy
• Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Postgraduate program
• Appointment runs between May and August 2026
• Clinical research experience and data management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office & EDC systems (e.g. REDCap Medidata Rave)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Additional Information

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.