Research Coordinator

This position has an end date of April 30, 2027.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work. Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Research Coordinator to support the Principal Investigator (PI) and research team across a range of ongoing and emerging research projects. The Research Coordinator will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of research activities, with responsibilities spanning qualitative research, fieldwork, data collection and analysis, research ethics, grant development, research outputs, knowledge mobilization, and project administration.

The successful candidate will work closely with the PI, research team, collaborators, community partners, and other stakeholders to coordinate research activities and ensure projects progress effectively and according to established timelines. The position will provide opportunities to contribute to different stages of the research process, from study development, ethics and participant recruitment through to data collection, analysis, grant writing, dissemination, and knowledge translation.

Research Project Coordination

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and day-to-day activities of multiple research
  projects under the direction of the PI.
• Support the PI and research team in developing research plans, timelines, workflows,
  and project deliverables.
• Coordinate research activities across team members, collaborators, community partners,
  and other stakeholders.
• Track project milestones, deadlines, deliverables, and outstanding tasks to support
  timely completion of research activities.
• Organize and maintain project documentation, research files, databases, and shared project resources.
• Identify and communicate project needs, issues, and emerging challenges to the PI and
  research team.

Research Ethics and Study Administration

• Assist with preparing and coordinating research ethics applications, amendments,
  renewals, consent materials, protocols, and other regulatory documentation.
• Maintain accurate study records and ensure research documentation is organized and
  up to date.
• Support the implementation of research protocols and ensure study activities are
  conducted in accordance with approved procedures.
• Coordinate participant recruitment, scheduling, communication, and study-related
  follow-up.

Qualitative Research and Data Collection

• Conduct and coordinate qualitative interviews, focus groups, observations, and other
  research data collection activities.
• Develop and refine interview guides, recruitment materials, data collection tools, and
  study materials in collaboration with the PI and research team.

Grant Development and Research Development

• Coordinate the preparation of research grant applications under the direction of the PI.
• Conduct literature searches, evidence reviews, and environmental scans to inform
  research proposals and grant applications.
• Draft and edit sections of grant applications, including research plans, background and
  rationale, knowledge mobilization plans, timelines, and supporting documents.

Research Outputs and Knowledge Mobilization

• Support the preparation of manuscripts, research reports, conference abstracts,
  presentations, posters, policy briefs, and other research outputs.
• Assist with literature reviews, evidence synthesis, and background research for
  publications and presentations.
• Coordinate knowledge translation and mobilization activities for academic, clinical, community, and policy audiences.
• Assist with organizing presentations, workshops, stakeholder meetings, and other
  knowledge-sharing activities.

Team and Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for research-related communication with team members,
  collaborators, community partners, participants, and other stakeholders, as delegated by
  the PI.
• Schedule and coordinate research meetings, prepare agendas and materials, and
  document meeting notes and action items.

General Research Support

• Provide day-to-day research coordination and administrative support to the PI and
  research team.
• Support multiple concurrent research projects and adjust priorities according to project
  timelines and deadlines.
• Assist with research-related problem-solving and workflow development.

• Master’s degree in nursing, public health, health sciences, social sciences, or a related
  field.
• Previous experience in academic or applied research.
• Experience with qualitative research methods, including interviews, focus groups,
  coding, or thematic analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with the PI and research
  team.
• Experience with research software, reference management tools, or qualitative data analysis software is an asset.
• Previous experience with grant writing or research proposal development is an asset.

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

The Faculty of Nursing is ranked #1 in Western Canada and #7 globally (QS World Rankings). It offers five CASN-accredited undergraduate programs and multiple graduate programs, including a PhD in Nursing. With over 1,700 students and strong partnerships across Alberta, the faculty leads innovative, high-impact research to meet the health needs of diverse communities and address global health challenges.

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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