Research Program Manager, Paediatrics
2 weeks ago
**Position Overview**
Reports to the Principal Investigator.
The Research Manager's role will be multifaceted, and include directing the research program well as managing local, national and international collaborative research projects and program operations. This large, patient-centered clinical research program is focused on understanding how the brain develops following injury early in life and developing neurotechnology solutions to enhance participation in life for children with disabilities. The team is multidisciplinary including clinicians, engineers, neuroscientists, trainees at all levels, patients and their families.
**Position Description**
**Summary of Key Responsibilities** (job functions include but are not limited to):
- Work with PI set the strategic direction of the research program
- Direct and manage the research program including overseeing research progress and adjusting project objectives as necessary
- Leads, manages or participate in projects as assigned
- Develops and maintains strong working relationships with colleagues in other areas (e.g., Finance; Human Resources; Information Technology; Communications; Supply Chain Management, Research Services, etc.) and external organizations to successfully plan, implement, monitor/evaluate and sustain projects
- Develop, design and implement research projects for summer students, graduate & postdoctoral students, as well as research staff
- Ensure meticulous budget oversight, including allocating, monitoring, and reporting to funding bodies
- Initiate and manage institutional, national, and international collaborations to further the work of the research team
- Oversee and develop both the strategy and the operation of research activities in the area of sport and recreational injury prevention
- Ensure necessary ethical and safety approvals are obtained for success of the research program
- Manage and oversee purchases and expenses of the research team, including monitoring budgets, accounts, and provide financial reports as necessary
- Manage the workload of individual team members to maximize productivity of the laboratory
- Establish and maintain accurate electronic and paper records regarding research
- Assist in writing research proposals
- Prepare annual research program reports
- Presents research-related data at scientific meetings and stakeholder education sessions
Staff Management
- Work with Principal Investigator to determine positions that would support the strategic goals of the research team
- Manage the creation job profiles, hiring, and onboarding of staff
- Manage performance and development of individual team members to maximize success and motivation
- When required, perform disciplinary actions, including terminations
**Qualifications / Requirements**:
- A post-secondary degree is required, ideally in the area of health sciences
- Clinical research experience is required
- Minimum of five (5) years research coordination/management experience, preferably in health sciences
- Experience managing, conducting, and overseeing grant funded research projects
- Experience hiring and managing staff in a unionized environment
- Advanced knowledge of research administrative procedures is required
- Leadership skills including demonstrated ability and comfort with decision making responsibilities, mentoring, and the ability to motivate, inspire and build confidence in others to achieve common goals
- Ability to manage human, financial and physical resources within a research environment
- Knowledge of the Conjoint Research and Ethics Board (ethic submissions, annual updates, reporting of adverse events) required
- Knowledge of University of Calgary business and research systems (Peoplesoft, IRISS, eFin, HR, Legal Services) required
- Strong computer skills including knowledge of database software such as Microsoft Project, Access and REDCap and the ability to train research staff on these platforms
- Certification in an accredited research course an asset
- Knowledge of research methods including GCP
- Must possess above-average interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledgeable in grant writing and in writing medical/scientific research protocols
- Experience in writing medical/scientific literature for publication
- Experience in working with internal/external teams to manage and grow a project and/or program
**Application Deadline**: April 14, 2023
**Additional Information**
This position is classified in the** Management Career Band, Level 2 **of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework. Management and Professional Staff (MaPS) Positions are currently under review as part of the Alberta Labour Relations Board exclusion review process. Visit the HR website for more information.
To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our **Management and Staff Careers website**. For more information visit** **Careers in the Cumming Scho
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