Manager, Research Planning & Operations

Union: Non-Union 
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New 
Site: Toronto Rehab - Rumsey Centre
Department: Research
Reports to: Senior Manager, Clinical Research Services
Salary Range: $47.70 - $71.54 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Monday - Friday
Status: Temporary Full-time (1 year)
Closing Date: March 20, 2026

Position Summary
The CADE Study offers an exciting opportunity for a highly organized, results-driven, and dedicated Manager, Research Planning & Operations. We are seeking an experienced professional to lead the operational delivery of a cutting-edge study validating the Apple Watch ECG for ischemia detection during cardiopulmonary exercise testing.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative leader who thrives in dynamic, multi-stakeholder research environments, demonstrating exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience managing cross-functional teams, coordinating with industry sponsors, and delivering complex projects on time, within scope, and on budget is essential.

Duties
The Manager, Research Planning & Operations will play a key leadership role in ensuring the successful execution of the CADE Study. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead all operational aspects of the CADE Study, ensuring timely, high-quality, and cost-effective delivery.
• Oversee participant recruitment, screening, and enrollment, including targeted chart review and on-site recruitment.
• Supervise and mentor research coordinators, lab staff, and clinical personnel involved in study activities.
• Liaise with the study sponsor to provide operational updates, manage deliverables, and ensure protocol compliance.
• Track study progress, maintain recruitment metrics, and prepare regular reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and monitor study budgets, including resource allocation and financial reconciliation.
• Ensure all regulatory, ethical, and institutional requirements are met, including REB submissions, amendments, and ongoing documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement operational efficiencies across the study.
• Support data collection, management, and quality control processes, including synchronization of study devices.
• Facilitate training sessions for staff and referral site personnel to achieve recruitment and operational goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, participants, and external collaborators to ensure smooth study execution.
• This role requires flexibility in work hours to accommodate study demands, including potential early mornings or evenings for exercise testing sessions.