Research Associate I, Type 2 Diabetes

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies:  1
New or Replacement: New
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department:  Epidemiologic and Applied Research Lab in  Young‑Onset Diabetes​ (EARLY Diabetes)
Reports to:  Principal Investigator
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $37.85 to $56.77 hourly
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: May 18, 2026

Position Summary

Under the supervision of Dr. Calvin Ke, the Principal Investigator and Director of the Epidemiologic and Applied Research Lab in Young-Onset Diabetes (EARLY Diabetes, earlydiabetes.ca), the Research Associate will contribute to a portfolio of research projects focused on type 2 diabetes in young adults and ethnically diverse populations. This role is grounded in epidemiologic research and seeks a candidate who can bring rigour to study design, data collection, and analysis across a range of project types. The successful candidate will work on both population-level epidemiologic studies and mixed-methods projects, including surveys and community-based research, that together address health disparities and advance health equity. The ability to conduct quantitative data analysis and apply statistical methods is essential; experience with statistical modelling and coding is a strong asset and will be drawn upon across projects. This is a full-time, one-year hybrid or in-person position based at Toronto General Hospital, with the possibility of extension based on performance and available funding. Occasional travel to study sites and partner organizations within the Greater Toronto Area (e.g., Mississauga) is expected. Candidates selected for interview may be required to complete a skills assessment.

Duties 

• Contribute to epidemiologic and mixed-methods research projects focused on young-onset type 2 diabetes and ethnically diverse populations, spanning population-based analyses, surveys, and community-engaged studies.
• Develop and administer research instruments such as surveys, interview guides, and data collection protocols, in collaboration with academic and community partners.
• Conduct quantitative data analysis, including descriptive and inferential statistics, and apply statistical modelling where appropriate; proficiency in R, SAS, Stata, or a similar platform is expected.
• Manage all aspects of research ethics submissions, including initial applications, amendments, annual renewals, and ongoing communication with the Research Ethics Board.
• Support participant recruitment, informed consent processes, and data collection activities, including surveys and structured data collection within diverse and underserved communities.
• Synthesize and interpret findings for internal reports, academic publications, and presentations to clinical, policy, and community audiences.
• Contribute to knowledge translation and mobilization efforts, tailoring outputs for a range of stakeholders.
• Support grant applications, peer-reviewed manuscripts, literature reviews, and conference abstracts.
• Mentor students and research assistants in epidemiologic methods, data collection, and dissemination activities.
• Participate actively in lab meetings, strategic planning, and cross-project collaboration.