UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Union: Non-Union 
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement: New
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Cardiology
Reports to: Dr. Carolina Alba
Hours: 35
Salary: $17.60 - $20.91 per hour.
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary Full Time
Closing Date: February 27th, 2026

Job Details and Educational Objectives
This is an exciting opportunity for an under-graduate or graduate student, who is interested in learning how to conduct clinical research in the Heart Failure and Transplant Program at UHN. Students will be exposed to a highly competitive academic environment. The knowledge gained from this experience may have invaluable impact on the student academic career. 

Proposed deliverables at the end of the placement: 

• Abstract presentation 
• Written project summary 

• Satisfactory university academic achievement 
• Interest in health services and clinical research a must 
• High level of interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills 
• High degree of attention to detail 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as a member of a team 
• Knowledge and experience in the use of computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs, data collection, and data management software 
• Well-developed time and project management skills 

Why join UHN?

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.

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.