Student, Admin Support (Research)

Union: Non-union  
Number of vacancies: 1 
New or Replacement Position: New 
Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – University Centre  
Department: KITE Research Institute 
Reports to: Dr. Andrea Furlan - Rehabilitation Pain Service (RPS) 
Salary Range: $17.60 per hour 
Hours: 10-15 hours per week 
Shifts: Flexible weekday schedule  
Status: Temporary Part-Time 
Closing Date: September 4, 2026 

Position Summary 
The Rehabilitation Pain Service at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – University Centre is seeking a motivated student to support a pilot randomized controlled trial for individuals with chronic low back pain.  

Under the supervision of Dr. Andrea Furlan and the study team, the student will contribute to both Phase I (diagnostic validation work) and Phase II (pilot randomized controlled trial). The student will gain hands-on exposure to clinical research methodology, chronic pain rehabilitation, functional assessment procedures, wearable activity monitoring, and interdisciplinary pain management within an academic healthcare environment. To support clinical learning and practical experience, the student will also participate in select clinical and assessment-related activities under supervision. 

This is a temporary part-time position from September 14, 2026 - February 28, 2027. The successful candidate will be expected to work approximately 2-3 days per week and be available to work in person at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - University Centre. 

Duties

• Assist with retrospective database analysis using de-identified clinical records 
• Apply literature-based diagnostic criteria for nociplastic pain under supervision 
• Collecting, entering, cleaning and organizing data (Data processing) 
• Assist with participant recruitment and study activities 
• Support scheduling and tracking of study visits and intervention sessions 
• Monitor participant attendance and follow-up completion 
• Support administration of study questionnaires and functional outcome measures 
• Assist with ActiGraph wearable fitness tracker distribution, tracking, and data organization 
• Support transcription organization and de-identification procedures for study materials 
• Assist with quality assurance and regulatory documentation activities 
• Attend weekly research team meetings 
• Work collaboratively with patients, clinicians, researchers, and administrative staff 

• Currently enrolled at University of Toronto - St. George Campus or Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) in downtown Toronto.
• Applicants from programs related to medicine, health sciences, healthcare, or other health-related disciplines, in addition to students from professional health programs (occupational therapy, nursing, pharmacy, etc.) are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with a team and independently.
• Highly motivated to work in healthcare.
• Proficiency with MS Office software (including, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
• Experience working with REDCap is considered an asset. 
• Previous experience with clinical trials, randomized controlled trials, clinical research, or working with research participants is considered an asset.
• Ability and willingness to work in person at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - University Centre 2-3 days per week is required.
• Availability to work approximately 10-15 hours per week during the contract period is required.

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. 

• Competitive offer packages  
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) 
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service 
• A flexible work environment  
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization 
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) 

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.  

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.