Research, Summer Student (2)

• Position Profile Humber River Health.
• Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.
• Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders.
• Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team.
• At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care.
• We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors.
• Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital.
• Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.
• At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen.
• As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!
• We are currently looking fortwo (2) Summer Students to provide support to our Nephrology Research Program.
• Employment Status: Duration: Up to August 28,2026 (subject to change) Reporting Relationship: Manager, Research Hiring

Salary Range

$20/hour Availability: Monday – Friday; with some flexibility as required.

Union

• Non-Union
• Location: Hennnick Humber Hospital (Wilson)

Job Description

The Summer Student will assist with a systematic review and meta-analysis, including: Research protocol development Literature searches Title and abstract screening Full text retrieval and screening Data extraction Risk of bias assessment Statistical analysis Report writing

Qualifications

Must be actively enrolled in post-secondary education. Previous experience in administrative or customer service support required. Candidates from the North West Toronto community are especially encouraged to apply, preference will be given to local residents. Intermediate/proficient computer skills - Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent customer service skills. Superior organizational skills and detail-oriented. Able to work independently and as a member of a team. Ability to multitask competing priorities Ability to prioritize work in a fast paced, service-oriented environment Excellent time management and organizational skills with high attention to detail. An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices. Why choose Humber River Health? At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care. As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially. This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.