Job Opportunity: Research Coordinator

Job opportunity: Research coordinator

UPDATE as of November 24, 2025: Due to overwhelming interest, we are no longer accepting applications for this position at this time while we review initial submissions. Thank you to everyone who applied and expressed interest in joining our team.

Location:

Remote

Term:

12 months, with possibility of extension

Start Date:

As soon as possible

FTE:

Full-time (1.0)

About Obesity Canada

Obesity Canada is the country’s only registered health charity dedicated exclusively to obesity. Since 2005, we’ve been leading efforts to transform how Canadians understand and address obesity as a chronic disease. Rooted in evidence and driven by purpose, we confront weight bias and stigma while championing respectful, people-first care in every aspect of our work.

The successful applicant will join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team dedicated to shifting systems, policies, and perspectives.

Position overview

The Research Coordinator will support Obesity Canada’s Research and Education portfolio, working closely with the Director of Education and Scientific Director. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and is eager to contribute to research that informs real-world change.

The coordinator will play a key role in implementing research activities, supporting partnership engagement, organizing project workflows, and helping mobilize evidence for diverse audiences. As part of a small but ambitious team, the successful candidate will bring strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and evidence-informed practice.

Opportunities & activities

This role offers meaningful opportunities to support research that shifts conversations, strengthens systems, and advances person-centred care.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordinating research activities across multiple projects, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met
Supporting the development of research proposals and grant submissions
Conducting literature reviews, data collection, and data synthesis
Assisting with research administration
Coordinating partnership engagement activities, including scheduling, communication, and documentation
Supporting qualitative and/or quantitative data management
Preparing research summaries, reports, and plain-language materials
Assisting with knowledge translation tools, resources, and dissemination activities
Maintaining organized project files, tracking progress, and supporting team communication
Liaising with partners, collaborators, and community members across disciplines and regions

Eligibility and qualifications

The ideal candidate will have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., public health, health sciences, social sciences, community health, population health).

Candidates should demonstrate:

Experience conducting semi-structured interviews, focus groups, and analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data
Experience preparing grant proposals, research reports, and manuscripts for publication
Strong software skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), as well as comfort with internet search tools and the ability to learn new programs quickly
Knowledge of knowledge translation (KT) strategies, methodologies, and tools
Experience with digital tools, artificial intelligence, and their intersection with co-production of research and programming (asset)
Excellent interpersonal skills, along with strong oral and written communication abilities
Exceptional organizational skills and creative problem-solving
Ability to engage in self-directed learning and work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams
Ability to work effectively in diverse settings and foster inclusive, respectful engagement
Bilingualism (French/English) (asset)

Compensation

This position includes a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will be eligible for Extended Benefits and a Remote Work Stipend.

Application instructions

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and CV to Nicole Pearce at nicole@obesitycanada.ca.

Priority review will be given to applications received by December 17, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applicants based in Canada.

Our commitment to equity

Obesity Canada is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of obesity.

We recognize and respect the intersectional experiences that shape health, and strive to ensure our workplace reflects the communities we serve.

Land acknowledgement

We recognize the enduring presence, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities and acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonialism, including systemic barriers to health equity. As we work to improve the lives of people living with obesity, we commit to listening, learning, and taking meaningful action to advance reconciliation, health justice, and culturally safe care for all.