Research Ethics Administrator, Toronto Metropolitan University

Research Ethics Administrator, Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation

Vacancy Type OPSEU
Start ASAP
End date 2 years from start date
Department Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation
Position # 20002784
Grade 12
Work Location Hybrid
Salary range Hiring range: $69,886.34 -$88,529.94

Hours of work 36.25 hours per week
Reports to Manager, Research Ethics
Closing Date July 22, 2022

We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged
and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous Peoples of North
America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or
2SLGBTQ+.

About Toronto Metropolitan University
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative
path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is
the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our
current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we
do.
We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity,
diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest
sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we

encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and
marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North
America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or
2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however,
applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
In April 2022, the university announced our new name of Toronto Metropolitan University,
which will be implemented in a phased approach. Learn more about our next chapter (https://www.torontomu.ca/next-chapter/)

About the Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation

As Canada’s comprehensive innovation university, Toronto Metropolitan University engages in
scholarly, research and creative (SRC) activity that addresses real-world challenges to drive
economic growth and improve quality of life for Canadians.
Innovation is at the core of our research mandate. Our centres and institutes bring together
faculty and industry partners to solve research problems and provide opportunities for students
to learn.

Our strong focus on innovation and evidence-based research has made us a preferred partner
for government, industry, not-for-profit organizations, communities and individuals. Together, we
are improving processes, developing new technologies and services, and creating new
companies and social enterprises.

The Opportunity

The Research Ethics Administrator ensures effective day-to-day support of the University’s
Research Ethics Board (REB) and Animal Care Committee in the administration of the ethical
review process.

Key responsibilities:

● Research Ethics: Assists the Chair, Manager and administrators of the Research Ethics
Board (REB) and Animal Care Committees in processing of research ethics submissions
through all stages of the review, in accordance with the regulations and guidelines
governing human research participant and animal research protection; Makes
recommendations, provides advice, and participates in discussions of the Research
Ethics Board and Animal Care Committee as an ex-officio, non-voting member of these
committees
● Online Ethics Submission and Review System: Promotes faculty member use of the
system, instructing Research Ethics Board members, faculty researchers, student and
staff researchers, as well as external researchers, individually or in-group, in effective
access and usage of the Online Ethics Submission and Review system

● Communications and Education: Assisting investigators/coordinators in meeting REB
and ACC requirements; Serves as a resource for REB and ACC members, research
coordinators and investigators on ethics practices. Acts as a resource to the University
community, including students, on procedures and issues in research ethics through
workshops and presentations.

Qualifications

● Completion of a 4-year post-secondary Bachelor’s degree program in a related field is
required.
● Two years of experience in a research environment with experience in research ethics
review processes, in a support role capacity is required
● Familiarity with federal ethics guidelines and related provincial guidelines with respect to
privacy and ethics.
● Sound familiarity with university culture and context, including familiarity with the range
of university disciplines and academic discourse; nature of university scholarly, research
and creative activities.

Additional Notes

Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University’s sole
discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.
We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North
America, to self-identify in their applications and also reach out to Tracey King, Indigenous
Human Resources Lead for support during the selection process.
As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational
assessment.

Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University’s careersite.
Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians
with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and
equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of
the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and
barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions
that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process,
please contact hr@ryerson.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept
confidential.