Project Manager

Ontario Institute for Cancer Research

. Lead and coordinate initiatives sponsored by the President & Scientific Director .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$79,790 - CA$107,060 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within healthcare or academic environments, utilizing tools like Microsoft 365 and AI-enabled solutions to enhance efficiency. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and prepare executive-level communications while ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.

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Project Management Professional (PMP)Microsoft 365Budget ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipAgile Methodology

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementRisk ManagementData AnalysisProcess ImprovementPerformance IndicatorsResource AllocationTask DelegationVariance AnalysisTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsJudgment and DiscretionCollaborationDetail OrientedContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft CopilotZoomTeamsSlackSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)LeanAgile

Industry Keywords

HealthcareResearchAcademic EnvironmentStakeholder EngagementOperational Excellence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and coordinate initiatives sponsored by the President & Scientific Director
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational priorities
Develop comprehensive project plans covering objectives, milestones, timelines, resources, risks, and performance indicators
Monitor project progress and deliverables, identify issues, risks, and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies
Prepare executive-level project updates, briefing materials, reports, presentations, and recommendations
Gather, analyze, and synthesize information from multiple sources to facilitate decision-making
Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, accountability, and timely completion
Lead project meetings, working groups, and stakeholder consultations; document requirements, decisions, actions, and follow-up
Recommend and lead project-level process improvements
Leverage technology and emerging tools, including AI-enabled solutions such as Microsoft Copilot, to improve efficiency
May supervise or influence project team members through resource allocation, task delegation, scheduling, and workload prioritization
Partner with Finance on project budget management, expense tracking, budget-to-actual reporting, and variance analysis
Support the President & Scientific Director in developing and executing initiatives and programs that foster organizational cohesion, collaboration, and partnerships across Ontario

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, health administration, business administration or related field, or recognized equivalent
Project management training (e.g., Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean, Agile), or equivalent experience
Project management experience in a research, healthcare or academic environment
Experience with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and Copilot or similar tools
Excellent time management and organization skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare executive-level materials and presentations
Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential and sensitive matters
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across diverse teams
Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Quality and detail oriented
Experience supporting senior leaders and managing cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholder groups
Experience coordinating financial, operational, human resources, procurement, and administrative activities in support of organizational initiatives
Experience working onsite or remotely and utilizing online communication platforms (Zoom, Teams, Slack, etc.) to work collaboratively on a daily basis

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits plan
Defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP)
35 hours/week
Hybrid work arrangement
Inclusive culture and accessible workplace and recruitment process
Accommodation during recruitment process
Confidential handling of accommodation information