Post-Doctoral Fellow (SRI) - Physical Sciences - Temporary Full-Time 2026-18988 (2026-18988)

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Master’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Lead day-to-day operations of a research team focused on improving multidisciplinary teamwork in the operating room, including developing and evaluating assessment tools and training interventions. Develop grants and study protocols, analyze and present research findings, mentor trainees and staff, and ensure continuity across projects.

Job details

Job Overview The Holland Bone & Joint Program at Sunnybrook Research Institute (fully affiliated with the University of Toronto) is seeking an energetic and engaged Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Associate to work on our Expert Surgical Teams project. This initiative aims to improve patient care by enhancing how multidisciplinary teams work together in the operating room. Using a data driven approach, the project includes assessment, education, human factors, and quality improvement. The candidate will lead the day-to-day operations of a dynamic and collegial research team (overseen by Dr. Markku Nousiainen and Dr. Cari Whyne). This includes collaboration with clinical champions, graduate students, residents and medical students, with opportunities for direct mentorship and independent research. As the project expands, there is increasing opportunity for global collaboration in the building of expert surgical teams. Summary Of Duties The successful candidate will be expected to: Work on the development of grants and study protocols. Lead the development and evaluation of assessment tools and training interventions. Analyze quantitative and qualitative data in preparation for publication and presentation. Work independently and mentor trainees (graduate students, surgical residents) and research staff. Facilitate and ensure continuity in research projects. Present at national and international conferences. Qualifications The successful candidate will have: A PhD (received in past 5 years) in health professions assessment and/or education, human factors, or a related field Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to multi-task, manage time, and adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines Experience preparing research protocols and conducting research with human participants Proficiency in organizing, managing, coding, and analyzing quantitative data (SPSS, R, NVivo) Experience with qualitative / mixed methods research, health professions training or human factors engineering as it applies to healthcare settings would be an asset Please send a cover letter and curriculum vitae in one PDF document.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A PhD received within the past five years in health professions assessment or education, human factors, or a related field is required, along with experience preparing research protocols and conducting research with human participants. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills and proficiency in quantitative data management and analysis using SPSS, R, or NVivo; qualitative or mixed methods research and healthcare-related training or human factors experience are assets.