Research Coordinator, Psychiatry
About the role
The Department of Psychiatry in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Coordinator. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
The primary purpose of the position is to support the Principal Investigator and their research team in collaboration with the Hospital for Sick Children, specifically with data analysis. Our team investigates the etiology of childhood mental illness including neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADHD, autism, OCD) with a focus on the role of polygenic risk score and unpacking psychiatric comorbidity. The research analyst will be conduct analyses within this broader research objective using data from large scale studies including Spit for Science.
Reporting to the Principal Investigator.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
- Aid in data cleaning and quality control, including preparation of basic descriptive
- Conduct data analysis under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and research team
- Clearly communicate and interpret study results to research team members
- Work closely with the Principal Investigators, Research Lab Manager, and other team members in the development of reports, grant proposals, presentation materials, and manuscripts relevant to the assigned project, including literature review and data analysis
- Conduct background research and assist in preparing materials for use in recruitment activities and scholarly publications
- Attend team meetings
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Psychology, Statistics and/or Biological Science. A Master's Degree is an asset
- Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS) is required
- Previous clinical research data experience is an asset
- Knowledge of and experience with the theory and application of polygenic risk scores is an asset
- Excellent multi-tasking and organizational abilities
- Motivated and keen to learn new skills
- Ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders
- High precision and attention to detail, patience and ability to work with complex tasks
- Must be comfortable working in a diverse research team and have good interpersonal skills
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) is required
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and organizational skills are required
- Demonstrated ability in professional writing, preparing reports and conducting literature reviews for the purpose of presentation and publication
- Willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Application Deadline: November 28, 2025
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 2.
For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our [Management and Staff Careers website](https://careers.ucalgary.ca/search/jobs?q=&ns_job_type_page=management- and- staff&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=ASA&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=FIN&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=HRL&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=HRS&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=INT&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=LBS&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=MGT&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=PRO&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=RSS&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=SKT&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=SLT&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=STU&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=TEC&ns_faculty_unit_page=).
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest- ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is [Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups](https://ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-top-startup-creator- amongst-research-institutions-canada). Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit- based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the[ Office of Institutional Commitments](https://www.ucalgary.ca/provost/strategic-initiatives/office- institutional-commitments) (oic@ucalgary.ca ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca ).
_Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role. _
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
About University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is a leading Canadian university located in the nation's most enterprising city. The university has a clear strategic direction to become one of Canada's top five research universities, where research and innovative teaching go hand in hand, and where we fully engage the communities we both serve and lead. This strategy is called Eyes High, inspired by the university's Gaelic motto, which translates as 'I will lift up my eyes.’
Research Coordinator, Psychiatry
About the role
The Department of Psychiatry in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Coordinator. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
The primary purpose of the position is to support the Principal Investigator and their research team in collaboration with the Hospital for Sick Children, specifically with data analysis. Our team investigates the etiology of childhood mental illness including neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADHD, autism, OCD) with a focus on the role of polygenic risk score and unpacking psychiatric comorbidity. The research analyst will be conduct analyses within this broader research objective using data from large scale studies including Spit for Science.
Reporting to the Principal Investigator.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
- Aid in data cleaning and quality control, including preparation of basic descriptive
- Conduct data analysis under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and research team
- Clearly communicate and interpret study results to research team members
- Work closely with the Principal Investigators, Research Lab Manager, and other team members in the development of reports, grant proposals, presentation materials, and manuscripts relevant to the assigned project, including literature review and data analysis
- Conduct background research and assist in preparing materials for use in recruitment activities and scholarly publications
- Attend team meetings
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Psychology, Statistics and/or Biological Science. A Master's Degree is an asset
- Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS) is required
- Previous clinical research data experience is an asset
- Knowledge of and experience with the theory and application of polygenic risk scores is an asset
- Excellent multi-tasking and organizational abilities
- Motivated and keen to learn new skills
- Ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders
- High precision and attention to detail, patience and ability to work with complex tasks
- Must be comfortable working in a diverse research team and have good interpersonal skills
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) is required
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and organizational skills are required
- Demonstrated ability in professional writing, preparing reports and conducting literature reviews for the purpose of presentation and publication
- Willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Application Deadline: November 28, 2025
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 2.
For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our [Management and Staff Careers website](https://careers.ucalgary.ca/search/jobs?q=&ns_job_type_page=management- and- staff&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=ASA&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=FIN&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=HRL&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=HRS&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=INT&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=LBS&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=MGT&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=PRO&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=RSS&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=SKT&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=SLT&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=STU&cf%5Bjobfamily%5D%5B%5D=TEC&ns_faculty_unit_page=).
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest- ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is [Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups](https://ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-top-startup-creator- amongst-research-institutions-canada). Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit- based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the[ Office of Institutional Commitments](https://www.ucalgary.ca/provost/strategic-initiatives/office- institutional-commitments) (oic@ucalgary.ca ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca ).
_Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role. _
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
About University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is a leading Canadian university located in the nation's most enterprising city. The university has a clear strategic direction to become one of Canada's top five research universities, where research and innovative teaching go hand in hand, and where we fully engage the communities we both serve and lead. This strategy is called Eyes High, inspired by the university's Gaelic motto, which translates as 'I will lift up my eyes.’