Project Coordinator, Research and Innovation Office at Grand River Hospital

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Posting: Temp Full-Time Approx. May 7, 2027

Location: WRHN @ Grand River Regional Cancer Centre

Hours of Work: Monday- Friday

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Research Operations, the Project Coordinator for special research and innovation projects will liaise with internal and external stakeholders to provide expert advice regarding specific research and innovation initiatives. Working with the Research and Innovation Administrative Officer, the Research and Innovation Project Coordinator, will ensure that each phase of a research and innovation project is properly implemented within the hospital.

Qualifications:

• Five years of experience in conducting research projects
• Completion of ICH GCP, TCPS2, Division 5 and Protection of Human Participant in Clinical Research Certificates
• Experience in developing project budgets and schedules
• Demonstrated experience in effectively organizing, planning and coordinating operational initiatives with multiple project activities
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including, ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Demonstrated effectiveness in identifying and analyzing situations and problems; finding viable solutions with consideration to total systems and strategies
• Demonstrated effective utilization of resources consistent with departmental goals
• Demonstrated effectiveness promoting compliance with professional and ethical practices, accreditation standards, and applicable legislation
• Successful completion of a graduate degree ( PhD Preferred); equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered
• Demonstrated client-centred attitude and commitment to the Mission, Vision, Values and strategic direction
• Demonstrated professional work attitudes and behaviors in interaction with internal and external contacts
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a team member through collaboration, respect and effective communication
Intermediate level proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite of products (including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel) Good attendance record

Application Instructions:

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 10:00 A.M. ON December 3, 2025

Attention Registered Nurses: Please provide a copy of your resume when applying to the position. Applications received without this information may not be considered.

EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING THE EMPATH SYSTEM.

As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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