Research Summer Student

UHN is Canada's #1 hospital and the world's #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN's vision is to build A Healthier World and it's only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Union: Non-Union
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Radiation Medicine Program
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Work Model: Hybrid
Job Code: 0536
Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Salary: $17.20 /Hour
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: April 25, 2025

Job Summary:

The Radiation Medicine Program (RMP) at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and advancing innovative research in radiation oncology. As a comprehensive program, RMP is focused on improving patient outcomes through state-of-the-art technology, clinical trials, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The team works closely with clinical, research, and educational partners to improve radiation therapies and contribute to cutting-edge advancements in cancer treatment.

Since 2022, Germline mutation testing has been offered to patients with Neuroendocrine Tumors (NET) as part of standard care at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. This testing is currently requested by teams in medical oncology, endocrine oncology, and radiation oncology. While known germline mutations like MEN1 are associated with NET, we aim to explore other potential genetic abnormalities that may impact treatment responsiveness, toxicity risk, and patient outcomes. The selected summer student will be responsible for helping to analyze the pattern of germline mutations in NET patients, examining both their genetic profiles and related tumor characteristics. The findings will help us evaluate the value of routine germline testing in NET patients and explore its potential link to treatment outcomes.

We ask that applicants attach a cover letter with their application.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with clinical and genetics teams to identify and compile the cohort of NET patients with available germline mutation results.

• Synthesize and describe the germline mutation profiles for the selected cohort.

• Analyze patient and treatment variables to uncover any associations with treatment outcomes.

• Contribute to the preparation of reports and presentations on the findings.

• Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate program (e.g., Radiation Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences, etc.).

• Strong interest in genetics, cancer research, and patient care research.

• Excellent analytical and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Previous research experience is an asset but not required.

• This position offers an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research that could impact the treatment and care of NET patients.

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.