February 17, 2026

RESEARCH ASSISTANT II
(Capacity Development and Engagement, NL SUPPORT}

NL SUPPORT

Research Initiatives and Services

(6 month contractual position; with possibility of extension)

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a secondment, subject to departmental approval

This position is funded through an external grant.

BACKGROUND

NL SUPPORT is a research support centre dedicated to realizing improved outcomes for all users of the healthcare system by fostering a culture of patient-oriented research that collaborates with patients to identify their needs and responds to those identified priorities. Reporting to the NL SUPPORT’s Engagement and Capacity Development Operational Lead the successful applicant will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary team focused on supporting patient-oriented research in Newfoundland and Labrador. We are part of a nationwide initiative, The Strategy for Patient-Oriented-Research. Further information regarding NL SUPPORT and patient-oriented research may be found at http://www.nlsupport.ca. Quality of Care NL, a key program of NL SUPPORT, is a collaborative effort between the leading health care partners in Newfoundland and Labrador. Quality of Care NL's goal is to improve the quality of care in NL by facilitating change to ensure the right treatment gets to the right patient at the right time. Further information regarding Quality of Care may be found at https://qualityofcarenl.ca/

DUTIES

Capacity Development Role duties include: supporting the development and delivery of training in patient-oriented research to patients, clinicians, researchers, policy­makers and students across Newfoundland and Labrador; assisting in identifying training needs and planning training activities; supporting the management of NL SUPPORT funding opportunities in patient-oriented research, deputizing for the Engagement and Capacity Development Operational Lead at national working groups regarding training and capacity building; creating and sharing tools and resources; supporting the evaluation of the implementation and effectiveness of the training plan with stakeholders.

Engagement Role duties include: supporting engagement activities including playing an active role in managing NL SUPPORT’s patient and public advisory council, coordinating and supporting patient partners, supporting research teams with their patient engagement approach, supporting the implementation of meaningful patient engagement, recruiting patients as partners for research projects and the Unit, deputizing for the Engagement and Capacity Development Operational Lead at national working groups regarding patient oriented research.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (1-3) years in training, facilitation, consulting or quality improvement related roles; completion of most coursework towards a master’s degree in health research, human resources, public relations, psychology, or health policy; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Extensive understanding of patient and public engagement techniques; recruitment and support of volunteers; knowledge of patient-oriented research; the ability to deliver (introductory) training sessions; facilitation, communication and relationship building are required. Experience in community engagement work would be preferred. Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and oral skills are all a requirement of this position. The ideal candidate must be a team player with a collaborative working style, good communication skills and have the ability to pursue projects independently, with proactive actions and an inner motivation to succeed in a focused research environment.

SALARY                                  $61,099 - $71,679 per annum (Non-Bargaining)

CLOSING DATE                         March 3, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. NST

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. 

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