Job ID

74448

Job Title

Research Program Administrator

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

HSC- Central Campus

Open Date

02/27/2026

Job Type

Limited Term (<12 months)

Close Date

03/28/2026

Employee Group

Interim

Favorite Job

Department

Medicine

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Job Code

UJD223

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Contract Duration

5 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 35 hours per week

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study

Career Level

Requires 2 years of relevant experience.

Hourly Rate

Grade 7; $25.70/hr - $39.89/hr

Work Hours: 8:30am-4:30PM

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Vacancy Details: This is a backfill position within the department

Employee Group: This is not a Short-Term Employee contract within the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Bargaining Unit.

Job Description

Department Description

The CHILD Cohort Study (www.childstudy.ca)(CHILD) is a national prospective longitudinal birth cohort study involving over 3,500 Canadian infants and their families. The CHILD cohort study explores how genetics, biology, social exposures and early childhood environmental exposures lead to the development of early chronic diseases such as asthma, allergies. The study has recruitment sites in Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Toronto, with the National Coordinating Centre (NCC) located at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. Established in 2009, the CHILD cohort study has become an internationally recognized study of detailed physiology combined with comprehensive biologic, social and environmental assessments. All of the data has been compiled into a state of the art platform to support data science for innovation in understanding pediatric trajectories of health. It is a key resource to support our understanding of precision health by providing comprehensive normative data.

Reporting directly to the CHILD Program Manager and dotted line to the CHILD Study Deputy Director, we are seeking an energetic, creative, forward thinking and organizationally trained individual to join the study as Research Program Administrator within the CHILD National Coordinating Centre (NCC). They will be tasked with primarily providing support to the research data access and publications committee as well as the day-to-day operations of this interdisciplinary and multisite research program.

Job Summary

Responsible for the administration of a diverse set of university-wide research support programs for compliance and reporting required by provincial and federal legislations, directives, licenses and international agreements related to biological research materials.

Accountabilities

• Collect, analyze, assess and summarize information related to stakeholder applicability under various new and emerging legislations relevant to program development and prepare recommendations for final approval and implementation.
• Develop, review and revise program-related processes and resources.
• Facilitate meetings with various individuals including, but not limited to, program stakeholders and groups.
• Liaise and work collaboratively with various internal and external stakeholders including regulatory agencies, funding organizations and international organizations.
• Update and input the program budget for review and approval. Provide stakeholders information regarding program policies and information about program requirements and prepare reports for review.
• Process regulatory applications. Liaise with regulatory scientific officers and assessment teams for follow up on application status. Evaluate issued regulatory documents for conditions and restrictions.
• Exercise appropriate controls, monitor and reconcile accounts.
• Develop and deliver training and informational resources.
• Evaluate performance of stakeholders within the programs to determine weaknesses, develop support processes, such as training and informational materials.
• Plan and coordinate capacity-building activities and events such as workshops, committee meetings and seminars.
• Identify information required for compliance, determine sources of information, collection method, data storage and retrieval.
• Write a variety of documents including but not limited to, reports, correspondence, standard operating procedures, manuals and minutes.
• Gather and compile information required for a variety of documents and reports.
• Develop, update and maintain databases and records for program processes.
• Remain current with incremental changes in multiple diverse legislations in order to recommend new or changes to existing programs.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study

Experience: Requires 2 years of relevant experience

Assets

• Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) designation or equivalent
• Ethics certifications preferred: CITI Canada GCP, CITI Canada Privacy, Tri-Council Policy Statement 2
• Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession of First Nations data (OCAP) certification preferred
• Excellent knowledge of the governance, policies, procedures, and protocols of academic institutions
• Ability to develop relationships and partnerships and to work collaboratively with industry partners, vendors and researchers and staff at various academic institutions nationally and internationally
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), facilitation, negotiation, presentation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to think strategically and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising mature judgment and a high level of diplomacy, integrity, discretion, and professionalism

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position. The candidate is required to be on-site a minimum of two days per week to complete essential office tasks that cannot be performed remotely.

Pay Transparency Statement

The posted hiring range represents McMaster's typical hiring range for this position. Actual starting salary will depend on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.

Individuals with extensive experience, deep specialized expertise, and/or those who can demonstrate exceptional past performance, as applicable, may be hired at a higher rate within the full range, in accordance with the University compensation policies.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Vaccination Mandate - FHS

This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.