A research associate position is available with Dr. Baiju Shah at the Sunnybrook Research Institute. Dr Shah is an endocrinologist at Sunnybrook, a Senior Scientist at ICES, and a Professor in the Department of Medicine and the Institute for Health Policy, Management and Evaluation at the University of Toronto. Dr Shah’s work seeks to develop and evaluate innovative strategies to increase access to, improve quality of, and reduce inequities in diabetes care. This research program incorporates health services research, clinical epidemiology, and implementation science methodologies. The work involves partnerships with healthcare providers delivering diabetes care in community settings. The successful research associate will join Dr Shah’s research program in mid to late March until December 18, 2026 to contribute to this work.

Responsibilities And Opportunities

• In collaboration with the Dr. Shah and research team, develop specific research questions and study protocols that align with objectives of the research program.
• Support data acquisition and conduct data analyses under the supervision and direction of the broader research team.
• Conduct knowledge translation activities by disseminating the results of research to community partners and to the wider scientific community.
• Lead manuscript preparation and submission, including presentation of data in tables and figures.
• Lead and participate in team meetings by facilitating discussions that drive action, advance project goals, and ensures productive collaboration.
• Maintains clear knowledge and understanding of regulations and policies pertaining to research ethics and confidentiality.
• Gain experience in writing/submitting research grant applications and awards.

Essential Qualifications

• A PhD in a relevant field completed within the previous one year.
• Bachelor degree in nursing or in dietetics.
• Knowledge and experience in diabetes or related cardiometabolic conditions.
• Demonstrated experience conducting qualitative research and/or implementation science research. Experience with mixed methods research is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to execute and manage research projects.
• Demonstrated data management skills.
• Experience in several aspects of research study development, initiation, execution, analysis and interpretation is required.
• Excellent academic writing skills, including previous experience with manuscript and report preparation.
• Ability to frame research for relevance to broad knowledge-user audiences.
• Exceptional capacity for critical thinking, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent project management skills, including strong organizational aptitude.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills.

To apply, please submit a single PDF document including all of the following:

• Cover letter with reasons for applying
• Full CV including publications list
• Contact information for at least 2 referees

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

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

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