Research Associate II

Responsibilities

• Lead the research design and execution for a national digital AgeTech platform, including a nationwide e-Delphi study.
• Provide strategic oversight for co-creation and engagement activities to ensure they inform platform development and evaluation.
• Manage project workstreams by tracking timelines, managing risks, and coordinating deliverables among diverse partners.
• Collaborate with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) and other stakeholders to integrate resources and ensure alignment.
• Synthesize insights from workshops and communities of practice into actionable evidence and platform improvements.
• Support iterative testing and refinement of the digital platform to ensure it is user-centered and impactful.

Requirements

• Master's degree is required; a PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Gerontology, Health Sciences, Public Health, Implementation Science, or Human-Computer Interaction) is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience.
• Proven experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder research or innovation projects.
• Strong expertise in knowledge mobilization, co-creation, and/or implementation science.
• Exceptional relationship management skills with experience working alongside academic researchers and experts by lived experience.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and promotion within a large organization.
• Access to transit and UHN shuttle services.
• Various corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and insurance.

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and a global leader in publicly funded healthcare. As a top research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN drives discovery and excellence in patient care across various specialties. Through AGE-WELL, UHN supports Canada’s technology and aging network, accelerating the delivery of technology-based solutions that improve the lives of older adults and caregivers.