Laboratory Coordinator

Date Posted: 02/17/2026
Req ID: 46936
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Psychology
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number:
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

About us:
The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada's leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.
We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.
Established in 1927, the Department of Psychology has for more than a century been a top choice for those pursuing a career in psychological research. The combined expertise of our faculty spans all major areas of psychology and reflects a wide range of approaches to the study of mind, brain and behaviour. Our department comprises a diverse and internationally recognized faculty, first-rate laboratory facilities anda tradition of cutting-edge, collaborative research in an inspiring intellectual atmosphere.
Your opportunity:
Under close supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Social Perception and Cognition Lab, the Lab Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of research for various social cognitive studies focusing on how people process information about others and how doing so influences their behavior. Duties include but not limited to recruiting participants; preparing test materials, testing participants and collating data; scheduling and keeping track of participants' appointments and compensation; training research assistants etc. The Lab Coordinator is also responsible for general maintenance of the research lab; ensuring supplies are adequate and files/website are updated and backed up; programs are running properly and any other duties as required. This is a 50% FTE, Term role for 6 months.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Proofing and posting adverts to recruit applicants
• Preparing consent forms using templates
• Following rules and procedural instructions when administering research studies
• Recording and tabulating experiment results
• Providing some care to prevent physical or emotional injury or harm
• Recording or verifying transactions on a single account
• Providing orientation to others on work procedures and practices

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, related field or an acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum one (1) year of recent and related experience working in a social perception psychology lab.
• Experience working with adults participating in research studies.
• Possess strong enthusiasm for research in cognitive development.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize work and meet multiple competing deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and take initiative.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to make soundjudgment and proven ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SPSS.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Accountable
• Communicator
• Courteous
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Proactive
• Problem solver
• Resourceful

Closing Date: 02/25/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW 
Appointment Type: Grant - Term 
Schedule: Part-Time
Pro-Rated Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

USW Pay Band 05 -- $26,713 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $34,162. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. 

Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching

Note: This is a 50% FTE, Term role for 6 months.

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.