As of November 6, 2026, Jobsy lists 37 research associate jobs in Canada. The median advertised pay is $79,872 a year (from 11 postings). The most active employers are UBC The University of British Columbia, Enverus and University of Toronto. Skills often requested: research, communication skills, documentation and presentation skills.
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6+ YOECandidates need a master's or PhD in economics or a closely related quantitative field and at least six years of professional research experience. They must bring strong quantitative skills, proficiency in R, Python or Power BI, excellent writing, and project management abilities.
R, Python, Power BI, Microsoft Office, Statistics Canada datasets
University Health Network: University Health Network (UHN) is Canada's largest research hospital, which includes Toronto General and Toronto Western Hospitals, Princess…
2+ YOECandidates need a Master's degree in a health or science field, plus at least two years of related experience in government, academic or research settings. Strong analytical, data, writing, project management and stakeholder skills are essential.
5+ YOECandidates need an MD and MSc, 3+ years of postdoctoral respiratory or thoracic research experience and 5+ years of clinical respiratory work. They also need a strong publication record, grant-writing experience and multi-project management skills.
5+ YOECandidates need an MD and MSc, 3+ years of postdoctoral experience in respiratory or thoracic research, and at least 5 years of clinical experience in respiratory or thoracic medicine. A strong publication record, metabolomics expertise and grant-writing experience are required.
3+ YOECandidates need a PhD in a relevant scientific field and at least three years of postdoctoral experience in RNA therapeutics, drug delivery, nanomedicine or a related area. They also need proven lipid nanoparticle expertise, strong communication skills and the ability to lead and work in a team.
Candidates need a PhD in a relevant field such as chemical engineering, materials science or chemistry, plus a publication record and hands-on lab research experience. Strong scientific writing, project management and mentoring skills are required.
Candidates need a PhD in engineering, materials science, chemistry or a related field, plus a strong publication record and hands-on lab experience. Strong scientific writing, project management and communication skills are also required.
Candidates need a PhD and postdoctoral experience in RNA therapeutics, drug delivery, or nanomedicine, plus a strong scientific and technical background. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team are also required.
5+ YOEMcGill University needs a PhD in environmental science or engineering or a related field, plus at least five years of research experience. Candidates should know advanced mass spectrometry, X-ray analysis and Raman spectroscopy, and have nanomaterial characterization and nanofertilizer research experience.
Candidates need a strong physics or mathematics background, preferably a PhD, plus extensive deep learning experience and strong Python and PyTorch skills. Experience with statistical analysis, GPU computing, Linux and Git is also needed, and applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
2+ YOECandidates need a high school diploma with 3+ years of experience, an associate's degree with 2+ years, or a bachelor's degree. Hands-on lab experience with analytical methods such as HPLC, GC and NMR, plus working knowledge of Empower, LIMS and Excel, is preferred.
Candidates at Gilead Alberta ULC need an MSc with no experience or a BSc with 2+ years of industry experience in chemistry or a related field. Knowledge of chromatography and modern chromatography systems is required, with hands-on analytical instrument experience preferred.
Candidates need a bachelor's degree, strong analytical and writing skills, and fluent English. Computer and basic numerical skills are needed, with strong Microsoft Excel skills for quantitative assignments.
3+ YOECandidates need a Master's degree in a relevant discipline and 3 years of related academic research experience. They must communicate technical ideas clearly and work independently and within a team.
Research, Communication skills, Work independently, Analyse issues
3+ YOEWestern University needs a candidate with a Master's in pharmacology, immunology or a related field and three years of biosafety level 2 laboratory experience in molecular biology and genetics. Flow cytometry experience is preferred.
5+ YOECandidates need a PhD in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical science or a related field, plus five years of EEG-fMRI research experience. Strong programming skills in Matlab or Python and good communication and team leadership abilities are also required.
Candidates need a PhD in Microelectronics, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a closely related field. Research or industry experience in RFID, backscatter communication, batteryless sensing or RF energy harvesting, plus strong data analysis, technical writing and communication skills, is required.
vector network analyzer, oscilloscope, signal generator, RF power measurement equipment, MCU, FPGA
Candidates need a PhD in Physics or a related field, a publication record, and hands-on experience in advanced material synthesis and characterization. They also need thin-film, lab management, scientific writing and training experience.
Candidates need a PhD in civil or water resources engineering, computer science or mathematics, plus expertise in multi-reservoir river basin optimization and real-world decision-making models. Publications in peer-reviewed journals, grant success and proven ability to coordinate multi-researcher projects are required.
Queen's University asks for a background in clinical epidemiology, cancer epidemiology, population health, or a related field, which is an asset. The role suits someone comfortable working across several projects at once with a multidisciplinary research team.
3+ YOECandidates need a PhD in systems biology or a related field and at least three years of experience building high-throughput assays for protein function, including postdoctoral work. They also need data analysis skills, experience supervising students, a publication record in international journals, and conference presentation experience.
Candidates need a PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, neuroscience or a related field, plus postdoctoral research experience and proven scientific independence. Strong protein biochemistry skills, publications, and communication and mentoring experience are required.
SDS-PAGE, Western blot, Cell culture, Seed amplification assay
Candidates need a B.Sc. in Chemistry or a Diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology. Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech and synthetic organic chemistry is an asset, along with strong organization, teamwork, and written and verbal communication skills. The role requires lifting 50 lbs.
Candidates need hands-on wet-lab experience in biology or chemistry, practical robotics or automation skills, and a clear interest in AI and computer vision. Lab teaching or operations experience and Python skills are strong signals.
How much does a research associate make in Canada?
The median advertised pay is $79,872 a year, across 11 postings that list pay. The lowest quarter pays under $77,012 and the top quarter over $86,403.
Who is hiring research associates?
UBC The University of British Columbia (6), Enverus (4), University of Toronto (3), Gilead Alberta ULC (3) and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre (3).
What skills do research associate jobs ask for?
Postings most often mention research, communication skills, documentation, presentation skills, work independently, python, time management and project management.