Qualitative Research Coordinator

Closing Date: September 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Institute for Population Health

The Institute of Population Health is a research-focused unit at UNB that supports and conducts population health research aimed at improving health outcomes and informing evidence-based policy and practice.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | 1-Year Term | Fredericton | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $67,128 - $87,268 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Qualitative Research Coordinator will support the delivery of research for First Nation communities by co-ordinating and conducting qualitative research activities, including participant engagement, data collection, analysis, and knowledge dissemination. The position will contribute to the successful execution of project objectives by working through high-quality research processes and supporting the translation of findings into meaningful outcomes for partners, stakeholders and the broader community.

• Coordinate qualitative and mixed-methods research projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, and tracking tools to support on-time project delivery.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and challenges, and recommend solutions to support project objectives.
• Organize and coordinate project meetings, stakeholder consultations, focus groups, interviews, and research activities.
• Prepare project documentation, progress reports, ethics submissions, and research materials.
• Coordinate communication among investigators, collaborators, community partners, health sector stakeholders, and study participants.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, research ethics requirements, funding obligations, and project protocols.
• Support grant administration, including project reporting, documentation, and deliverable tracking.
• Maintain accurate records of project activities, decisions, correspondence, and research outputs.
• Develop interview guides, focus group protocols, recruitment materials, consent forms, and data collection tools.
• Recruit study participants and communicate with them in accordance with approved research and ethical protocols.
• Conduct qualitative interviews, focus groups, consultations, and stakeholder engagement activities in virtual and in-person settings.
• Coordinate participant scheduling and maintain communication throughout research activities.
• Record, organize, clean, and securely manage research data in accordance with privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Perform qualitative coding and thematic analysis using appropriate research methodologies and software.
• Review transcripts and research materials to identify key themes, trends, and findings.
• Conduct literature reviews, environmental scans, evidence syntheses, and background research.
• Collaborate with research teams to interpret findings and develop actionable recommendations.
• Prepare research summaries, briefing notes, technical reports, presentations, manuscripts, and other knowledge translation products.
• Translate complex research findings into accessible formats for diverse audiences, including community organizations, policymakers, healthcare leaders, Indigenous partners, and researchers.
• Support knowledge-sharing activities, including conferences, webinars, workshops, stakeholder meetings, and community engagement events.
• Build and maintain partnerships with research collaborators, community organizations, Indigenous communities, healthcare organizations, and knowledge users.
• Respond to stakeholder and partner inquiries related to project activities and research findings.
• Support the development of academic publications, conference abstracts, posters, and presentations.
• Contribute to knowledge mobilization strategies that increase the reach and impact of research findings.
• Represent the Institute on committees, working groups, and stakeholder meetings, as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Master of Science (MSc) degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Research required
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience conducting applied health research
• Familiarity with Indigenous data governance principles, including OCAP and community led research approaches

Additional Strengths

• Experience in preparing and managing Research Ethics Board applications and approvals
• Experience in leading participant recruitment and community-based data collection initiatives
• Experience in translating research findings into reports, presentations, policy briefs and other knowledge mobilisation products
• Expertise in qualitative research design, implementation and analysis
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with diverse partners and stakeholders
• Exceptional project management, organizational and communication skills
• Strong understanding of Indigenous health research principles and ethical research practices