Job ID

74908

Job Title

Sr. Education Program Assoc.

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

HSC- Central Campus

Open Date

03/26/2026

Job Type

Career Growth

Close Date

04/02/2026

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

Favorite Job

Department

Pediatrics

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 6

Salary Range

$22.94 - $36.83 (hourly)

Job Code

JD0991

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Contract Duration

13.9 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday to Friday - 8:30 - 4:30

Education Level

College Diploma

Career Level

Experienced (non - manager)

Anticipate Start date

June 1, 2026

Job Description

Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

JD #:

JD00991

Pay Grade:

6

Title:

Sr. Education Program Associate

Unit/Project Description:

The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Senior, Education Program Associate to provide administrative program support to the core-pediatrics residency program. Reporting to the Department of Pediatrics Education Manager and working closely with the Program Director(s), the successful candidate will join the existing departmental education team in ensuring the duties and responsibilities, development, planning, and maintenance of the efficient operation of the programs are met. The work assignments of the Senior, Education Program Associate are complex in nature, requiring considerable initiative, resourcefulness, judgment, and accuracy. The personal and professional skill sets of this position require an individual who excels in a fast-paced, results-oriented, and dynamic environment.

About Us

The Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University and McMaster Children’s Hospital is home to over 200 pediatricians, scientists, teachers, and learners whose collective mission is to improve the wellbeing of children and their families – both locally, and around the world.

We are proud to represent faculty who hold Canada Research Chairs, are members of the Order of Canada, and are national award-winning teachers. Our members leverage their voices as child health leaders to support our communities and advocate for change so that all children, regardless of health status, can experience a fulfilling life. Our administrators are valued team members and are critical to the success and impact of our work.

We invite you to find out more about us here:

https://healthsci.mcmaster.ca/pediatrics

https://X.com/MacUPediatrics

https://pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/about-us/mission-vision-values/

What We Offer:

In addition to joining a top ranked university, McMaster offers a very competitive total compensation package that includes but is not limited to:

• Employer Paid benefits such as Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance.

• Participation in a Group Retirement Savings Plan.

• Training, coaching and professional development opportunities

• Employee tuition assistance for continuous development and education

• Opportunity to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning

Job Summary:

Responsible for providing administrative support for an academic program or department, the Senior Education Program Associate plans and coordinates a variety of academic program or department events, projects and activities and is also accountable for monitoring the applicable project and event budgets and forecasting financial gains and shortfalls. Performs the duties of the position in accordance with established policies, procedures, and calendar of events, and is responsible for coordinating resident rotation schedules and a variety of educational events and other learning and research initiatives. Creates positive partnerships with preceptors, teaching units, clinics, sites, campuses, practices, and other support staff.

Key Purpose & Functions:

Requirements:

• 2 year Community College diploma in Business Administration, or related field.

• Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Assets:

• Robust self-care skills along with an ability to cope emotionally with encountering the themes of acute and chronically ill infants, children and youth
• Experience supporting Competence Committee processes and competency-based medical education (CBME).
• Familiarity with MedSIS dashboards and learner performance tracking.
• Experience coordinating Royal College accreditation and PGME Internal Reviews.
• Experience with exam administration platforms such as ExamSoft/Examplify.
• Experience coordinating large-scale academic events, onboarding programs, and graduation ceremonies.
• Experience working within a high-volume postgraduate medical education (PGME) residency program.

Additional Information:

This position requires:

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

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The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

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• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

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