Research Coordinator, Learning Health Systems
About the role
Department Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine - Physical Therapy
Salary range $50,837.16 to $68,637.60
Hours per week 37.5
Grade 7
Posted date August 26, 2025
Closing date September 2, 2025
Position Type Full Time - Trust Funded
Description
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day, with the possibility of extension, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
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.
Working for the Department of Physical Therapy
The Department of Physical Therapy in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Alberta is accepting applications for a postdoctoral position in learning health systems, supervised by Dr. Erin McCabe.
Dr. Erin is an Assistant Professor who is committed to partnering with community organizations to improve health outcomes. She uses a health systems and policy research lens with the aim of improving access to evidence-based rehabilitation interventions and the amplification of the patient-voice into the health system. She uses has a strong interest in learning health systems, implementation science, patient engagement, and the co-design approaches in research.
Position Summary
Located within the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta, Dr. McCabe’s research group conducts research related to the implementation of patient-reported outcome measures, measurement-based care, and clinical outcome measures as part of a learning health system. The overarching objective of our research is to improve the health system through the study of how to effectively co-design, implement and sustain “practice to data” learning health system components. We use multiple methods, patient engagement approaches and work in partnership with community partners (e.g. AHS, Recovery Alberta, Edmonton Public Schools). Sample projects include a provincial initiative to co-design and implement an outcome measure framework in neuro-rehabilitation, studying how outcome measure practices are sustained within a health system, and co-designing, implementing and evaluating routine outcome measure practices in a school-based mental health settings.
I am seeking a research coordinator to join my growing team. This is a junior level position responsible for contributing to research activities, coordinating engagement activities with people with lived experience and clinicians, as well as project management for three projects related to implementing outcome measures in partnership with community organizations.
Duties
- Supports development of research protocols, ethics applications and reviews
- Supports data collection and analysis (surveys, interviews, focus groups)
- Develops presentations, funder reports, and publications based on research results
- Develop work plan, track milestones and timelines throughout the life cycle of the research projects
- Coordinates and facilitates co-design activities with people with lived experience and clinical staff
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree with a Master's in health-related discipline (e.g., nursing, medicine, physical therapy, rehabilitation science) preferred
- 1-3 years experience managing or coordinating research projects
- 1-2 years project management experience required, with formal project management training an asset
- 1-2 years of research experience in a relevant research field
- Demonstrated ability to perform literature reviews
- Demonstrated experience with leading academic writing for publication in peer-reviewed journals
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated training or experience with health measurement (e.g., patient reported outcome measures, clinical outcome measures, psychometrics, clinimetrics, etc)
- Training or experience in patient engagement in research
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.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight September 2, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.
About University of Alberta
The University of Alberta is one of Canada’s top teaching and research universities, with an international reputation for excellence across the humanities, sciences, creative arts, business, engineering, and health sciences. Home to more than 39,000 students and 15,000 faculty and staff, the university has an annual budget of $1.7 billion and attracts nearly $450 million in sponsored research revenue. The U of A offers close to 400 rigorous undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs in 18 faculties on five campuses. The university has more than 250,000 alumni worldwide.
The university and its people remain dedicated to the promise made in 1908 by founding president Henry Marshall Tory that knowledge shall be used for “uplifting the whole people."
Research Coordinator, Learning Health Systems
About the role
Department Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine - Physical Therapy
Salary range $50,837.16 to $68,637.60
Hours per week 37.5
Grade 7
Posted date August 26, 2025
Closing date September 2, 2025
Position Type Full Time - Trust Funded
Description
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day, with the possibility of extension, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
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.
Working for the Department of Physical Therapy
The Department of Physical Therapy in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Alberta is accepting applications for a postdoctoral position in learning health systems, supervised by Dr. Erin McCabe.
Dr. Erin is an Assistant Professor who is committed to partnering with community organizations to improve health outcomes. She uses a health systems and policy research lens with the aim of improving access to evidence-based rehabilitation interventions and the amplification of the patient-voice into the health system. She uses has a strong interest in learning health systems, implementation science, patient engagement, and the co-design approaches in research.
Position Summary
Located within the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta, Dr. McCabe’s research group conducts research related to the implementation of patient-reported outcome measures, measurement-based care, and clinical outcome measures as part of a learning health system. The overarching objective of our research is to improve the health system through the study of how to effectively co-design, implement and sustain “practice to data” learning health system components. We use multiple methods, patient engagement approaches and work in partnership with community partners (e.g. AHS, Recovery Alberta, Edmonton Public Schools). Sample projects include a provincial initiative to co-design and implement an outcome measure framework in neuro-rehabilitation, studying how outcome measure practices are sustained within a health system, and co-designing, implementing and evaluating routine outcome measure practices in a school-based mental health settings.
I am seeking a research coordinator to join my growing team. This is a junior level position responsible for contributing to research activities, coordinating engagement activities with people with lived experience and clinicians, as well as project management for three projects related to implementing outcome measures in partnership with community organizations.
Duties
- Supports development of research protocols, ethics applications and reviews
- Supports data collection and analysis (surveys, interviews, focus groups)
- Develops presentations, funder reports, and publications based on research results
- Develop work plan, track milestones and timelines throughout the life cycle of the research projects
- Coordinates and facilitates co-design activities with people with lived experience and clinical staff
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree with a Master's in health-related discipline (e.g., nursing, medicine, physical therapy, rehabilitation science) preferred
- 1-3 years experience managing or coordinating research projects
- 1-2 years project management experience required, with formal project management training an asset
- 1-2 years of research experience in a relevant research field
- Demonstrated ability to perform literature reviews
- Demonstrated experience with leading academic writing for publication in peer-reviewed journals
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated training or experience with health measurement (e.g., patient reported outcome measures, clinical outcome measures, psychometrics, clinimetrics, etc)
- Training or experience in patient engagement in research
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.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight September 2, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.
About University of Alberta
The University of Alberta is one of Canada’s top teaching and research universities, with an international reputation for excellence across the humanities, sciences, creative arts, business, engineering, and health sciences. Home to more than 39,000 students and 15,000 faculty and staff, the university has an annual budget of $1.7 billion and attracts nearly $450 million in sponsored research revenue. The U of A offers close to 400 rigorous undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs in 18 faculties on five campuses. The university has more than 250,000 alumni worldwide.
The university and its people remain dedicated to the promise made in 1908 by founding president Henry Marshall Tory that knowledge shall be used for “uplifting the whole people."