Manager, (Health Sciences) Research Ethics Board

About Toronto Metropolitan

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial, and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world. For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our academic plan

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people.

Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada. In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our next chapter.

About the Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

As Canada's comprehensive innovation university, Toronto Metropolitan University engages in scholarly, research and creative (SRC) activity that addresses real-world challenges to drive economic growth and improve quality of life for Canadians.

Our strong focus on innovation and evidence-based research has made us a preferred partner for government, industry, not-for-profit organizations, communities and individuals. Together, we are improving processes, developing new technologies and services, and creating new companies and social enterprises.

The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (OVPRI) establishes the strategic direction and oversees the administration of Toronto Metropolitan University’s scholarly, research and creative activity (SRC) enterprise, including grants administration, external funding, SRC policies, partnerships and collaborations, commercialization, and business development.

The Opportunity

Help enable meaningful research by championing ethical practices, fostering trust, and supporting a culture of research integrity across the university. As the Manager, (Health Sciences) Research Ethics Board (REB), you will will manage and oversee the operations of the Health Sciences Research Ethics Board (HSREB) in the administration of the ethical review process, providing guidance and support to researchers as they navigate institutional, national, and international research ethics requirements.

Acting as a trusted liaison between the REB and the broader research community, you will help ensure research activities meet the highest standards of ethical conduct while facilitating a responsive, transparent, and effective review process.

You will also oversee the administration and ongoing enhancement of the university's online ethics submission and review system, helping ensure researchers have the tools and support they need to advance their work responsibly.

Leadership Competencies

Leaders at TMU are required to demonstrate the following Leadership Competencies:

• Acts with Integrity: Demonstrates behaviors aligned with high ethical standards and personal integrity and acts in accordance with TMU values.
• Builds Relationships of Trust & Collaboration: Actively builds a culture of trust and fosters meaningful relationships.
• Leads Inclusively: Creates an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, recognized, empowered to achieve their potential, and valued for their differences.
• Demonstrates Organizational Acumen: Understands and respectfully navigates complex internal and external environments using sound judgment, diplomacy, and tact.
• Drives Vision & Results: Creates and implements a vision grounded in sound decision-making to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications

To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Completion of a Master’s degree in a discipline related to health sciences -oriented research.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a combination of research ethics administration and research ethics board membership.
• Experience managing multiple competing projects and delivering training to faculty, staff, students, and researchers.
• Experience using an online and web-based system.
• Experience managing staff in a unionized environment.
• Extensive knowledge of the regulations and guidelines governing clinical research and research ethics (i.e., the protection of human research participants), including the Tri-Council Policy Statement, Health Canada regulations, International Conference on Harmonisation (ICH) Good Clinical Practice guidelines, USA regulations (Food and Drug Association and the Office for Human Research Protections), and privacy legislation.
• Demonstrated knowledge in research ethics, particularly the TCPS2 (2022).

Additional Information (MAC)

• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.