Working at OHRI

The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute offers exciting career and training opportunities for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, scientists, research coordinators, technicians, administrators and others. 

Why work with us?

OHRI is the research engine of The Ottawa Hospital – one of Canada’s largest learning and research hospitals.

Our research spans more than a hundred different diseases, conditions and specialties with an overall focus on translating discoveries and knowledge into better health.

By working with us, you will have the opportunity to interact directly with clinicians, patients, basic scientists and experts in areas such as knowledge translation, clinical trials, data sciences, advanced imaging, and much more

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Workplace culture

OHRI is filled with many people with different backgrounds who are committed to our mission of giving our patients and their loved ones new hope through research that is making tomorrow’s health care possible today.

Meet some of our current and former people to find out what it’s like to work here.

OHRI is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available on the job and throughout any new selection process.

We are committed to creating an environment that values, respects and recognizes individuals for their uniqueness, talents, skills, abilities and contributions.

We believe that by putting patients and families at the heart of all our research, we can transform lives and design the future of health care.

We believe in supporting our people by providing an inclusive and socially responsible environment for research, learning and collaboration, enabled by strong corporate governance.

What benefits do we offer?

We provide comprehensive and competitive benefits to support staff and their families.  

Based on your employment status, staff and postdoctoral fellows may be eligible for group benefits and pension plan. 

  • Health benefits
  • Extended health care
  • Dental
  • Life insurance
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Sick leave
  • Long-term disability
  • Comprehensive and competitive vacation
  • Employee and family assistance program
  • Parental leave 

The OHRI participates in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a defined benefit pension plan. The plan is tailored to the health-care sector and offers its members retirement income for life. 

A variety of products and services are offered to employees by The Ottawa Hospital’s preferred vendors at discounted rates. These products and services may include travel, real estate, food, fitness, entertainment, communications, financial and automotive. 

Why Ottawa?

Canada’s capital offers big-city buzz and opportunity but remains manageable, walkable and close to nature. 

Ottawa is the fifth-largest metropolitan area in Canada, and consistently ranks among the world’s top 20 cities to live in. It’s also home to North America’s second highest concentration of scientists and engineers.

Learn more about what Ottawa has to offer.

For jobs in health care, see The Ottawa Hospital’s careers page. 

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Vaccination requirement 

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, patients and visitors.  

Consistent with that commitment, all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities.  

Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19.  

Upon hiring, presentation of government issued documentation confirming vaccination must be provided, or presentation of supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.