Promeus
Executive Director
The Belleville General Hospital Foundation (BGHF) is the fundraising partner for Quinte Health's Belleville General Hospital, inspiring community philanthropy to support exceptional healthcare close to home. For more than 47 years, the Foundation has helped fund leading-edge medical equipment, technology, facility improvements, and strategic capital projects that enhance healthcare across the Quinte region.
As healthcare needs continue to evolve, so too does the role of philanthropy. BGHF is entering an exciting period of opportunity, with ambitious plans to expand its impact, strengthen community engagement, and help support the next generation of healthcare investments across the region. With a dedicated team, an engaged Board, a strong donor community, and significant future fundraising opportunities on the horizon, the Foundation is well positioned to build upon its success and further elevate its contribution to local healthcare. The Foundation has an opportunity to further strengthen community awareness, deepen philanthropic engagement, and inspire support for healthcare priorities across the Quinte region.
The Position
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide strategic leadership for the Foundation and serve as its primary ambassador throughout the community. As a visible leader, relationship builder, and storyteller, the Executive Director will help elevate awareness of local healthcare needs, communicate the impact of philanthropy, and inspire meaningful community investment in healthcare across the region.
The Executive Director will work closely with donors, volunteers, community leaders, healthcare partners, and Board members to advance philanthropic support for healthcare priorities. Building upon a strong foundation of community generosity, the successful candidate will help strengthen major gift fundraising, planned giving, donor stewardship, and long-term philanthropic relationships, while ensuring the continued success of annual fundraising initiatives and signature events. Equally important, the Executive Director will help shape the Foundation's future direction, support organizational growth and effectiveness, and foster meaningful partnerships that advance healthcare across the region. The successful candidate will play a key role in positioning the Foundation for future campaign opportunities and helping to mobilize community support around transformative healthcare investments.
The Person
The ideal candidate is a relationship-focused leader who is energized by community engagement and inspired by the impact of philanthropy. They are a visible and credible community leader who enjoys building relationships, connecting people to a shared purpose, and serving as an ambassador for the Foundation and the healthcare needs of the region.
An engaging communicator and trusted ambassador, they are equally comfortable meeting with major donors, speaking at community events, collaborating with healthcare leaders, and working alongside volunteers and Board members. They possess the ability to tell compelling stories, build trust, inspire philanthropy, and strengthen the Foundation's profile and presence throughout the community. This opportunity will appeal to a leader who is passionate about community impact and motivated by the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare philanthropy across the Quinte region.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume quoting the position title to resumes@promeus.ca .
An Executive Brief is available upon request.
BGHF and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowersmemployment equity and diversity in the workplace and communities served. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons.
Executive Director
The Belleville General Hospital Foundation (BGHF) is the fundraising partner for Quinte Health's Belleville General Hospital, inspiring community philanthropy to support exceptional healthcare close to home. For more than 47 years, the Foundation has helped fund leading-edge medical equipment, technology, facility improvements, and strategic capital projects that enhance healthcare across the Quinte region.
As healthcare needs continue to evolve, so too does the role of philanthropy. BGHF is entering an exciting period of opportunity, with ambitious plans to expand its impact, strengthen community engagement, and help support the next generation of healthcare investments across the region. With a dedicated team, an engaged Board, a strong donor community, and significant future fundraising opportunities on the horizon, the Foundation is well positioned to build upon its success and further elevate its contribution to local healthcare. The Foundation has an opportunity to further strengthen community awareness, deepen philanthropic engagement, and inspire support for healthcare priorities across the Quinte region.
The Position
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide strategic leadership for the Foundation and serve as its primary ambassador throughout the community. As a visible leader, relationship builder, and storyteller, the Executive Director will help elevate awareness of local healthcare needs, communicate the impact of philanthropy, and inspire meaningful community investment in healthcare across the region.
The Executive Director will work closely with donors, volunteers, community leaders, healthcare partners, and Board members to advance philanthropic support for healthcare priorities. Building upon a strong foundation of community generosity, the successful candidate will help strengthen major gift fundraising, planned giving, donor stewardship, and long-term philanthropic relationships, while ensuring the continued success of annual fundraising initiatives and signature events. Equally important, the Executive Director will help shape the Foundation's future direction, support organizational growth and effectiveness, and foster meaningful partnerships that advance healthcare across the region. The successful candidate will play a key role in positioning the Foundation for future campaign opportunities and helping to mobilize community support around transformative healthcare investments.
The Person
The ideal candidate is a relationship-focused leader who is energized by community engagement and inspired by the impact of philanthropy. They are a visible and credible community leader who enjoys building relationships, connecting people to a shared purpose, and serving as an ambassador for the Foundation and the healthcare needs of the region.
An engaging communicator and trusted ambassador, they are equally comfortable meeting with major donors, speaking at community events, collaborating with healthcare leaders, and working alongside volunteers and Board members. They possess the ability to tell compelling stories, build trust, inspire philanthropy, and strengthen the Foundation's profile and presence throughout the community. This opportunity will appeal to a leader who is passionate about community impact and motivated by the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare philanthropy across the Quinte region.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume quoting the position title to resumes@promeus.ca .
An Executive Brief is available upon request.
BGHF and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowersmemployment equity and diversity in the workplace and communities served. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons.
LHH Knightsbridge
Organization: Brightshores Health System
Position Title: Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services
Reports to: Vice President, Clinical Programs, Quality, CNE
Location: Owen Sound
Annual Salary: $144,073 - $170,759
THE OPPORTUNITY
Brightshores Health System is a dynamic, multi-site healthcare organization at the heart of Grey and Bruce counties, serving a diverse rural population of approximately 175,000 residents, as well as seasonal visitors and tourists. Operating six hospitals across one of Ontario’s largest geographic regions, Brightshores delivers a full continuum of care from emergency services at every site to advanced specialty programs in areas such as cancer, stroke, kidney disease, and mental health and addictions. With more than 2,100 staff, 250 physicians, and 1,000 volunteers, the organization is deeply committed to building healthier communities through compassionate, high-quality care and strong partnerships.
Brightshores is actively advancing a more connected and integrated system of care, one that improves access, enhances patient and family experiences, and delivers better outcomes across a large and complex rural landscape. With innovative initiatives such as its provincially recognized Wellness & Recovery Centre and a growing focus on research and system integration, Brightshores offers leaders the opportunity to shape the future of rural healthcare while making a meaningful impact close to home.
The Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services provides strategic and operational leadership for a comprehensive, multi-site program across Brightshores Health System, including 45 inpatient hospital beds and the 45-bed Wellness and Recovery Centre, as well as a full continuum of outpatient services. Accountable for program development, clinical quality, and service delivery, the Director ensures integrated, accessible, and responsive care for a growing and aging rural population within a complex environment of multiple sites and funding models.
Working in close partnership with administrative and physician leadership, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners, the Director advances high-quality, evidence-informed, person-centred care. The role plays a critical part in system transformation—strengthening partnerships, improving access and patient flow, and aligning services with provincial, regional, and local priorities.
As a key leader in advancing Brightshores’ strategic plan, the Director fosters a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement. An exceptional relationship builder, the ideal candidate brings strategic insight, resilience, and the ability to lead through change, while mentoring high-performing teams and ensuring an outstanding patient and family experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Provide strategic leadership for the evolution of Mental Health & Addictions services, ensuring timely, appropriate care delivered in the most suitable setting across a fully integrated continuum.
Align programs with Brightshores’ strategic priorities, advancing access, integration, sustainability, and innovation including models that reduce hospital utilization and strengthen community-based care.
Lead program planning and transformation in response to community needs and provincial/regional priorities within a dynamic rural health environment.
Clinical Quality & Patient Experience
Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centred care responsive to diverse populations.
Drive clinical excellence through accountability for outcomes, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement.
Champion a culture of belonging, equity, inclusion, and culturally safe care that enhances patient and family experience.
Operational & Financial Management
Oversee a complex, multi-site portfolio, ensuring effective day-to-day operations and performance across diverse funding models.
Lead budget planning, resource allocation, and operational execution to achieve access, flow, and efficiency targets.
Leverage data, analytics, and performance metrics to inform decision-making and deliver measurable improvements.
People Leadership & Culture
Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, fostering leadership capacity, engagement, and accountability.
Promote an inclusive, respectful, and psychologically safe workplace aligned with organizational values.
Strengthen performance through clear expectations, coaching, and recognition.
Partnerships, System Integration & Regional Leadership
Cultivate strong partnerships with leadership, physicians, community agencies, Ontario Health, and regional stakeholders to enable seamless care pathways.
Represent Brightshores in regional planning and contribute to system design, integration, and innovation in mental health services.
Advance Brightshores’ role as a leader in rural mental health and addictions care.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Demonstrated success in progressively senior clinical leadership roles in Mental Health and Addictions (minimum 5 years), including leading complex, multi-site or rural programs and interdisciplinary teams delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into measurable outcomes, leading system transformation, quality improvement, and operational excellence across diverse portfolios, including fiscal and resource management.
Strong expertise in evidence-based mental health and addictions practices, with a track record of advancing clinical standards, patient safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience working within and contributing to regional health system planning and integration, including collaboration with Ontario Health and community partners.
Highly developed analytical and data literacy skills, using performance metrics to inform decision-making, drive accountability, and improve access, flow, and outcomes.
Recognized for fostering a culture of belonging, accountability, ownership, inclusion, and continuous improvement, with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and culturally safe, person-centred care.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, resolve conflict, and lead teams and stakeholders effectively through change.
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Participate in Administrator on-call rotation
Master’s degree in a health, business, or related discipline.
Current registration in good standing with a regulatory college under the Regulated Health Professions Act.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you are interested in being considered for this exceptional opportunity, please contact:
Jane van Alphen, Partner jane.vanalphen@lhhnknightsbridge.com 416.648.0669
Erica Tsui, Consultant erica.tsui@lhhknightsbridge.com 416.928.4554
This Director role is a current existing vacancy. LHH Knightsbridge does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for a position.
About LHH Knightsbridge – www.lhhknightsbridge.com
LHH helps organizations simplify the complexity associated with transforming their leadership and workforce so they can accelerate results, with less risk.
As global leaders in Talent and Leadership Development, Career Solutions and Executive, Interim and Mid-Level Search, we assist organizations in finding new talent, and helping their employees navigate change, become better leaders, develop better careers, and transition into new jobs. We have the local expertise, global infrastructure, and industry leading technology and analytics required to simplify the complexity associated with executing critical talent and workforce initiatives, reducing brand and operational risk. Teams across Canada and around the world leverage our proven programs and global experience to deliver tailored solutions to clients that align talent with the needs of their business.
Established in 1967, we have been providing outplacement services for 52 years. LHH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adecco, SA, a publicly held Fortune Global 500 firm and the world’s leading provider of HR solutions, with approximately 32,000 FTE employees and 5,100 branches in over 66 countries and territories around the world. LHH has more than 4,000 employees around the globe including 2,200+ certified Career Coaches.
Organization: Brightshores Health System
Position Title: Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services
Reports to: Vice President, Clinical Programs, Quality, CNE
Location: Owen Sound
Annual Salary: $144,073 - $170,759
THE OPPORTUNITY
Brightshores Health System is a dynamic, multi-site healthcare organization at the heart of Grey and Bruce counties, serving a diverse rural population of approximately 175,000 residents, as well as seasonal visitors and tourists. Operating six hospitals across one of Ontario’s largest geographic regions, Brightshores delivers a full continuum of care from emergency services at every site to advanced specialty programs in areas such as cancer, stroke, kidney disease, and mental health and addictions. With more than 2,100 staff, 250 physicians, and 1,000 volunteers, the organization is deeply committed to building healthier communities through compassionate, high-quality care and strong partnerships.
Brightshores is actively advancing a more connected and integrated system of care, one that improves access, enhances patient and family experiences, and delivers better outcomes across a large and complex rural landscape. With innovative initiatives such as its provincially recognized Wellness & Recovery Centre and a growing focus on research and system integration, Brightshores offers leaders the opportunity to shape the future of rural healthcare while making a meaningful impact close to home.
The Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services provides strategic and operational leadership for a comprehensive, multi-site program across Brightshores Health System, including 45 inpatient hospital beds and the 45-bed Wellness and Recovery Centre, as well as a full continuum of outpatient services. Accountable for program development, clinical quality, and service delivery, the Director ensures integrated, accessible, and responsive care for a growing and aging rural population within a complex environment of multiple sites and funding models.
Working in close partnership with administrative and physician leadership, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners, the Director advances high-quality, evidence-informed, person-centred care. The role plays a critical part in system transformation—strengthening partnerships, improving access and patient flow, and aligning services with provincial, regional, and local priorities.
As a key leader in advancing Brightshores’ strategic plan, the Director fosters a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement. An exceptional relationship builder, the ideal candidate brings strategic insight, resilience, and the ability to lead through change, while mentoring high-performing teams and ensuring an outstanding patient and family experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Provide strategic leadership for the evolution of Mental Health & Addictions services, ensuring timely, appropriate care delivered in the most suitable setting across a fully integrated continuum.
Align programs with Brightshores’ strategic priorities, advancing access, integration, sustainability, and innovation including models that reduce hospital utilization and strengthen community-based care.
Lead program planning and transformation in response to community needs and provincial/regional priorities within a dynamic rural health environment.
Clinical Quality & Patient Experience
Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centred care responsive to diverse populations.
Drive clinical excellence through accountability for outcomes, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement.
Champion a culture of belonging, equity, inclusion, and culturally safe care that enhances patient and family experience.
Operational & Financial Management
Oversee a complex, multi-site portfolio, ensuring effective day-to-day operations and performance across diverse funding models.
Lead budget planning, resource allocation, and operational execution to achieve access, flow, and efficiency targets.
Leverage data, analytics, and performance metrics to inform decision-making and deliver measurable improvements.
People Leadership & Culture
Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, fostering leadership capacity, engagement, and accountability.
Promote an inclusive, respectful, and psychologically safe workplace aligned with organizational values.
Strengthen performance through clear expectations, coaching, and recognition.
Partnerships, System Integration & Regional Leadership
Cultivate strong partnerships with leadership, physicians, community agencies, Ontario Health, and regional stakeholders to enable seamless care pathways.
Represent Brightshores in regional planning and contribute to system design, integration, and innovation in mental health services.
Advance Brightshores’ role as a leader in rural mental health and addictions care.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Demonstrated success in progressively senior clinical leadership roles in Mental Health and Addictions (minimum 5 years), including leading complex, multi-site or rural programs and interdisciplinary teams delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into measurable outcomes, leading system transformation, quality improvement, and operational excellence across diverse portfolios, including fiscal and resource management.
Strong expertise in evidence-based mental health and addictions practices, with a track record of advancing clinical standards, patient safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience working within and contributing to regional health system planning and integration, including collaboration with Ontario Health and community partners.
Highly developed analytical and data literacy skills, using performance metrics to inform decision-making, drive accountability, and improve access, flow, and outcomes.
Recognized for fostering a culture of belonging, accountability, ownership, inclusion, and continuous improvement, with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and culturally safe, person-centred care.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, resolve conflict, and lead teams and stakeholders effectively through change.
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Participate in Administrator on-call rotation
Master’s degree in a health, business, or related discipline.
Current registration in good standing with a regulatory college under the Regulated Health Professions Act.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you are interested in being considered for this exceptional opportunity, please contact:
Jane van Alphen, Partner jane.vanalphen@lhhnknightsbridge.com 416.648.0669
Erica Tsui, Consultant erica.tsui@lhhknightsbridge.com 416.928.4554
This Director role is a current existing vacancy. LHH Knightsbridge does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for a position.
About LHH Knightsbridge – www.lhhknightsbridge.com
LHH helps organizations simplify the complexity associated with transforming their leadership and workforce so they can accelerate results, with less risk.
As global leaders in Talent and Leadership Development, Career Solutions and Executive, Interim and Mid-Level Search, we assist organizations in finding new talent, and helping their employees navigate change, become better leaders, develop better careers, and transition into new jobs. We have the local expertise, global infrastructure, and industry leading technology and analytics required to simplify the complexity associated with executing critical talent and workforce initiatives, reducing brand and operational risk. Teams across Canada and around the world leverage our proven programs and global experience to deliver tailored solutions to clients that align talent with the needs of their business.
Established in 1967, we have been providing outplacement services for 52 years. LHH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adecco, SA, a publicly held Fortune Global 500 firm and the world’s leading provider of HR solutions, with approximately 32,000 FTE employees and 5,100 branches in over 66 countries and territories around the world. LHH has more than 4,000 employees around the globe including 2,200+ certified Career Coaches.
Mirams Becker Inc.
Population Health Research Institute (PHRI)
The Population Health Research Institute (PHRI) is a world leading academic research institute dedicated to advancing global health through innovative, large scale clinical trials and population health studies. A joint enterprise of Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) and McMaster University, PHRI occupies a unique position at the intersection of academic excellence and health system impact.
PHRI is internationally recognized for landmark research that has transformed clinical practice, health policy, and population health outcomes globally. Its work spans the full continuum of health and disease from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and health systems improvement, supported by deep expertise in study design, trial coordination, data science, and knowledge translation. PHRI’s collaborative, mission driven environment brings together world class scientists, clinicians, trainees, and operational experts committed to scientific rigor, innovation, and impact.
The Opportunity
PHRI is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Executive Director, responsible for the Institute’s overall scientific, strategic, and operational leadership. The Executive Director serves Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University through the leadership of the Population Health Research Institute. While administratively reporting through Hamilton Health Sciences, the role works in partnership with leaders from both organizations through a joint governance structure and is accountable for advancing shared institutional and research priorities.
The Executive Director will provide leadership across all aspects of the Institute’s research and operations, including strategic planning, research excellence, operational performance, fiscal stewardship, partnerships, talent development, and external engagement. As Chair of the Institute’s Executive Council, the successful candidate will work closely with academic, clinical, government, industry, philanthropic, and community partners to advance PHRI’s mission and impact. The Executive Director will shape PHRI’s long term vision, strengthen its international reputation, and ensure its continued excellence and sustainability.
The role will champion research excellence across the clinical research continuum, foster a highly collaborative and inclusive research culture, and strengthen partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally. The Executive Director will also play a key role in advancing research integration within care delivery, supporting knowledge translation, attracting top scientific talent, securing research funding, and building strong collaborations across hospital, university, and industry sectors.
In partnership with Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University leadership, the Executive Director will help shape the Institute’s future infrastructure, staffing, and growth strategy while supporting meaningful engagement of patients, families, and communities in research priorities and processes.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will bring the stature, vision, and leadership capability to advance one of the world’s leading population health research institutes. They will possess a doctoral degree (PhD and/or MD) and an outstanding record of research excellence, impact, and academic leadership, along with significant senior leadership experience within complex academic health sciences, research institutes, or large scale clinical research environments.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of leading strategic research initiatives, attracting and developing top scientific talent, and fostering high performing, collaborative, and inclusive research cultures. They will bring deep knowledge of the population health research ecosystem across provincial, national, and international contexts, as well as the ability to translate research into meaningful impact across clinical care, health systems, and health policy.
An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, the Executive Director will have credibility with academic, clinical, government, industry, philanthropic, and community stakeholders, and will demonstrate a collaborative, values driven leadership style aligned with PHRI’s mission, joint governance structure, and global reach.
The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment at McMaster University at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. This is a five year renewable term position based in Hamilton, Ontario.
How to Apply
To express interest in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence to: to https://miramsbecker.com/opportunities/executive-director-population-health-research-institute/ .
In your submission please include the following:
1. A cover letter expressing your interest in the role and highlighting your relevant leadership experience. Your cover letter should include:
A statement on incorporating EDI principles into their leadership
a summary of your research contributions relevant to the Institute’s scope and aspirations
2. A full academic curriculum vitae .
Applications are encouraged by July 10th, though the search will continue until the position is successfully filled.
For additional information, please contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Population Health Research Institute, McMaster University, Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation and Mirams Becker Inc . are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Population Health Research Institute (PHRI)
The Population Health Research Institute (PHRI) is a world leading academic research institute dedicated to advancing global health through innovative, large scale clinical trials and population health studies. A joint enterprise of Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) and McMaster University, PHRI occupies a unique position at the intersection of academic excellence and health system impact.
PHRI is internationally recognized for landmark research that has transformed clinical practice, health policy, and population health outcomes globally. Its work spans the full continuum of health and disease from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and health systems improvement, supported by deep expertise in study design, trial coordination, data science, and knowledge translation. PHRI’s collaborative, mission driven environment brings together world class scientists, clinicians, trainees, and operational experts committed to scientific rigor, innovation, and impact.
The Opportunity
PHRI is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Executive Director, responsible for the Institute’s overall scientific, strategic, and operational leadership. The Executive Director serves Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University through the leadership of the Population Health Research Institute. While administratively reporting through Hamilton Health Sciences, the role works in partnership with leaders from both organizations through a joint governance structure and is accountable for advancing shared institutional and research priorities.
The Executive Director will provide leadership across all aspects of the Institute’s research and operations, including strategic planning, research excellence, operational performance, fiscal stewardship, partnerships, talent development, and external engagement. As Chair of the Institute’s Executive Council, the successful candidate will work closely with academic, clinical, government, industry, philanthropic, and community partners to advance PHRI’s mission and impact. The Executive Director will shape PHRI’s long term vision, strengthen its international reputation, and ensure its continued excellence and sustainability.
The role will champion research excellence across the clinical research continuum, foster a highly collaborative and inclusive research culture, and strengthen partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally. The Executive Director will also play a key role in advancing research integration within care delivery, supporting knowledge translation, attracting top scientific talent, securing research funding, and building strong collaborations across hospital, university, and industry sectors.
In partnership with Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University leadership, the Executive Director will help shape the Institute’s future infrastructure, staffing, and growth strategy while supporting meaningful engagement of patients, families, and communities in research priorities and processes.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will bring the stature, vision, and leadership capability to advance one of the world’s leading population health research institutes. They will possess a doctoral degree (PhD and/or MD) and an outstanding record of research excellence, impact, and academic leadership, along with significant senior leadership experience within complex academic health sciences, research institutes, or large scale clinical research environments.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of leading strategic research initiatives, attracting and developing top scientific talent, and fostering high performing, collaborative, and inclusive research cultures. They will bring deep knowledge of the population health research ecosystem across provincial, national, and international contexts, as well as the ability to translate research into meaningful impact across clinical care, health systems, and health policy.
An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, the Executive Director will have credibility with academic, clinical, government, industry, philanthropic, and community stakeholders, and will demonstrate a collaborative, values driven leadership style aligned with PHRI’s mission, joint governance structure, and global reach.
The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment at McMaster University at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. This is a five year renewable term position based in Hamilton, Ontario.
How to Apply
To express interest in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence to: to https://miramsbecker.com/opportunities/executive-director-population-health-research-institute/ .
In your submission please include the following:
1. A cover letter expressing your interest in the role and highlighting your relevant leadership experience. Your cover letter should include:
A statement on incorporating EDI principles into their leadership
a summary of your research contributions relevant to the Institute’s scope and aspirations
2. A full academic curriculum vitae .
Applications are encouraged by July 10th, though the search will continue until the position is successfully filled.
For additional information, please contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Population Health Research Institute, McMaster University, Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation and Mirams Becker Inc . are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Hamilton Health Sciences
Director, Cancer Research and Clinical Trials
Please apply via https://www.hhscareers.ca and search for Requisition # 125611
HHS Requisition #125611
Location: Juravinski Cancer Centre
Status: Regular Full-Time
Hours per Week: 37.5
Salary: $83.37 - $106.88 Hourly
Unit Summary
The Cancer Research and Clinical Trials Program at Hamilton Health Sciences is based at the Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre (JHCC), one of Canada’s leading academic cancer centres and the regional cancer program for a population of more than 3 million people across Central West Ontario.
The JHCC includes the Juravinski Cancer Centre (JCC), which is an academic cancer center seeing more than 7500 new cancer patients each year. The JCC provides consultation and specialized assessment, treatment, follow-up and urgent care for patients with cancer and their families. Services include comprehensive programs in systemic and radiation therapy, surgical oncology, malignant hematology and supportive care.
Research is a fundamental part of what we do at Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS). HHS has a decades-long track record of making discoveries that change how healthcare is delivered around the world. Our culture of exploration and innovation has attracted top research talent from across Canada and beyond, and we’re consistently ranked among the country’s Top 40 Research Hospitals.
The Clinical Trials enterprise at the JCC is an internationally recognized oncology research program. Research areas are inclusive of all phases of therapeutic, supportive care, and non-therapeutic studies. Clinical trials personnel are integral members of the multi-disciplinary team, facilitating patient recruitment and participation in clinical research. Clinical and translational research is integral to JCC’s mission of advancing leading edge cancer treatments.
Position Summary
The Director of Cancer Research and Clinical Trials provides senior strategic and executive leadership for the cancer clinical research enterprise at Hamilton Health Sciences and the Juravinski Cancer Centre. Reporting to the Vice President of Oncology, and the Executive Director, Research Strategy & Operations, the Director is accountable for the overall vision, growth, quality, and sustainability of the evolving Cancer Research and Clinical Trials portfolio.
The Director, in partnership with the Medical Director for Cancer Clinical Research in a dyad model, sets the enterprise-level strategy for cancer research and clinical trials, ensuring alignment with oncology clinical priorities, institutional research strategy, academic partnerships, and provincial and national cancer research objectives. The role provides leadership and direction to the Clinical Trials Department through its management team, ensuring that operational infrastructure, workforce models, and funding strategies enable the successful delivery of a large, complex portfolio of academic and industry sponsored studies across all disease sites and relevant clinical programs, including Cancer Genetics, diagnostics, systemic therapy, radiation therapy, surgical oncology, supportive care, and regional partner programs.
As a senior leader within an academic health sciences centre, the Director integrates clinical research into care delivery, builds and sustains strong internal partnerships with Medical Directors, investigators, and research operations, and advances external partnerships with industry sponsors, cooperative groups, and academic collaborators. The Director ensures that cancer clinical trials enhance patient access to innovation, meet the highest standards of safety and quality, and positions HHS as a leading and trusted site for high-impact cancer research, clinical trials, and research-enabled care nationally and internationally.
The Director will build the infrastructure, partnerships, culture, and operational discipline required to make research participation a routine and equitable part of cancer care, so that every patient has the opportunity to participate in research where appropriate.
Schedule Work Hours
Monday to Friday; days. Participation in leadership on-call and operational escalation processes as required.
Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred in health sciences, sciences, business, health administration or a related discipline relevant to oncology research.
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in cancer clinical research, clinical trials, research operations, or a closely related academic health sciences discipline
Minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience overseeing teams, programs, or portfolios in a complex, regulated research environment
Demonstrated expertise in leading or overseeing operations across the full clinical trials lifecycle, including feasibility, activation, conduct, monitoring, close out, and reporting
Strong working knowledge of clinical research regulations and standards, including Health Canada, REB requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and sponsor compliance
Proven ability to provide strategic and operational leadership in a matrixed, highly regulated and unionized healthcare environment
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with medical leaders (e.g. medical director of research institute), principal investigators, and research operations teams
Strong relationship building, communication, and influence skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders and multidisciplinary internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated commitment to patient‑centered, equity‑informed research, quality, and safety
Experience contributing to research governance structures and institutional decision making forums
Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-level change across a matrixed academic health sciences centre.
Experience integrating research activity into clinical care pathways, disease-site programs, and multidisciplinary clinical operations.
Working knowledge of research finance, contracts, cost recovery, sponsor negotiations, collective agreements, and sustainability planning.
Demonstrated understanding of precision oncology, Cancer Genetics, molecular diagnostics, or related research-enabled models of care.
Proficiency in both Official Languages would be an asset.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer.
www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca
Director, Cancer Research and Clinical Trials
Please apply via https://www.hhscareers.ca and search for Requisition # 125611
HHS Requisition #125611
Location: Juravinski Cancer Centre
Status: Regular Full-Time
Hours per Week: 37.5
Salary: $83.37 - $106.88 Hourly
Unit Summary
The Cancer Research and Clinical Trials Program at Hamilton Health Sciences is based at the Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre (JHCC), one of Canada’s leading academic cancer centres and the regional cancer program for a population of more than 3 million people across Central West Ontario.
The JHCC includes the Juravinski Cancer Centre (JCC), which is an academic cancer center seeing more than 7500 new cancer patients each year. The JCC provides consultation and specialized assessment, treatment, follow-up and urgent care for patients with cancer and their families. Services include comprehensive programs in systemic and radiation therapy, surgical oncology, malignant hematology and supportive care.
Research is a fundamental part of what we do at Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS). HHS has a decades-long track record of making discoveries that change how healthcare is delivered around the world. Our culture of exploration and innovation has attracted top research talent from across Canada and beyond, and we’re consistently ranked among the country’s Top 40 Research Hospitals.
The Clinical Trials enterprise at the JCC is an internationally recognized oncology research program. Research areas are inclusive of all phases of therapeutic, supportive care, and non-therapeutic studies. Clinical trials personnel are integral members of the multi-disciplinary team, facilitating patient recruitment and participation in clinical research. Clinical and translational research is integral to JCC’s mission of advancing leading edge cancer treatments.
Position Summary
The Director of Cancer Research and Clinical Trials provides senior strategic and executive leadership for the cancer clinical research enterprise at Hamilton Health Sciences and the Juravinski Cancer Centre. Reporting to the Vice President of Oncology, and the Executive Director, Research Strategy & Operations, the Director is accountable for the overall vision, growth, quality, and sustainability of the evolving Cancer Research and Clinical Trials portfolio.
The Director, in partnership with the Medical Director for Cancer Clinical Research in a dyad model, sets the enterprise-level strategy for cancer research and clinical trials, ensuring alignment with oncology clinical priorities, institutional research strategy, academic partnerships, and provincial and national cancer research objectives. The role provides leadership and direction to the Clinical Trials Department through its management team, ensuring that operational infrastructure, workforce models, and funding strategies enable the successful delivery of a large, complex portfolio of academic and industry sponsored studies across all disease sites and relevant clinical programs, including Cancer Genetics, diagnostics, systemic therapy, radiation therapy, surgical oncology, supportive care, and regional partner programs.
As a senior leader within an academic health sciences centre, the Director integrates clinical research into care delivery, builds and sustains strong internal partnerships with Medical Directors, investigators, and research operations, and advances external partnerships with industry sponsors, cooperative groups, and academic collaborators. The Director ensures that cancer clinical trials enhance patient access to innovation, meet the highest standards of safety and quality, and positions HHS as a leading and trusted site for high-impact cancer research, clinical trials, and research-enabled care nationally and internationally.
The Director will build the infrastructure, partnerships, culture, and operational discipline required to make research participation a routine and equitable part of cancer care, so that every patient has the opportunity to participate in research where appropriate.
Schedule Work Hours
Monday to Friday; days. Participation in leadership on-call and operational escalation processes as required.
Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred in health sciences, sciences, business, health administration or a related discipline relevant to oncology research.
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in cancer clinical research, clinical trials, research operations, or a closely related academic health sciences discipline
Minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience overseeing teams, programs, or portfolios in a complex, regulated research environment
Demonstrated expertise in leading or overseeing operations across the full clinical trials lifecycle, including feasibility, activation, conduct, monitoring, close out, and reporting
Strong working knowledge of clinical research regulations and standards, including Health Canada, REB requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and sponsor compliance
Proven ability to provide strategic and operational leadership in a matrixed, highly regulated and unionized healthcare environment
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with medical leaders (e.g. medical director of research institute), principal investigators, and research operations teams
Strong relationship building, communication, and influence skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders and multidisciplinary internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated commitment to patient‑centered, equity‑informed research, quality, and safety
Experience contributing to research governance structures and institutional decision making forums
Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-level change across a matrixed academic health sciences centre.
Experience integrating research activity into clinical care pathways, disease-site programs, and multidisciplinary clinical operations.
Working knowledge of research finance, contracts, cost recovery, sponsor negotiations, collective agreements, and sustainability planning.
Demonstrated understanding of precision oncology, Cancer Genetics, molecular diagnostics, or related research-enabled models of care.
Proficiency in both Official Languages would be an asset.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer.
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