Specialist

Position #: V48394

Expected Start Date: May 18, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Regina

Department: Research Director

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: July 15, 2027

FTE: 1

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 week

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Research Specialist serves as a resource to departments and staff of the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) that are interested in or are engaged in clinical and/or operational health research. The position is responsible for coordinating research related activities, providing guidance and offering a competitive edge on all aspects of research including research ethics, research design, statistics and knowledge translation. Key tasks include: Assisting in developing, implementing and disseminating clinical and operational health research; Providing research support to locally based Academic Health Sciences Learners and Residents; Supporting the organization and implementation of SHA sponsored research conferences, workshop and seminars, as required; Collaborating with staff, physicians, and patient and family advisors throughout all aspects of the research process; Providing specialized expertise and services in proposal development, including substantive grant editing.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3-5 years experience in health services/clinical research or program evaluation

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Masters in a health related field
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Demonstrated proficiency in study design, statistical analyses, and project management
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and coach others
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Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan 
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/