Research Coordinator

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Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-caliber programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. Learn more at mru.ca/AcademicPlan.

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Mount Royal University's Faculty of Arts houses the following departments: Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies; English, Languages, and Cultures; Humanities; Interior Design; Psychology; General Education; and Sociology and Anthropology. Counseling also reports to the Faculty of Arts. The Faculty of Arts offers degrees in Anthropology, Criminal Justice, English, History, Interior Design, Policy Studies, Psychology, and Sociology, and offers courses to the 15,000 students enrolled at Mount Royal University. In addition, the Faculty of Arts offers 26 minors over a diverse range of disciplines. Arts faculty have received national and international recognition for their teaching and research, hold Tri-Council grants, publish books, and disseminate research in top-ranked academic journals..

The Department of Psychology currently offers a degree program in Psychology, with majors in Psychology and Psychology Honours, as well as a minor in Psychology.

The Department of Psychology is inviting applications for the role of Research Coordinator. This part-time position is a limited term appointment, working 20 hours/week, until June 30, 2025, with the possibility of extension. The position will report to Dr. Joanne Park, Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Mount Royal University.

The Research Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the research projects conducted by Dr. Park and the Parenting Resilient Kids (PaRK) Lab, including conducting literature reviews, coding articles, and entering data. They will also perform tasks and routines to support the operations of the PaRK Lab. Strong communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills are critical.

Job functions include but are not limited to:

• Data monitoring, entry, cleaning, scoring, and organizing in SPSS and Microsoft Excel
• Develop and update coding manuals for meta-analytic data extraction
• Assist with abstract review, data extraction, and data entry for meta-analytic projects.
• Work closely with the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators in areas of protocol development and management of research projects
• Support multiple research projects by providing knowledge, skills and on-the-job training to new lab members
• Assist in completing ethics and grant applications
• Maintain accurate data collection, organization and recording
• Support adherence to research protocols and maintain accurate documentation.
• Help to prepare visuals, figures, and gather relevant information to support the development of publications and presentations.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

• A BA or BSc in Psychology, social sciences, health sciences or a related discipline (preferred)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills, good judgment, and concern for detail and accuracy.
• Excellent time management skills including an ability to prioritize work, to work under pressure, and to meet deadlines
• Computer literacy and ease with learning new software programs
• Proven experience using MS Office programs (including Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Assets:

• Previous experience as a research assistant in a social sciences or related discipline
• General knowledge of developmental psychopathology
• Experience conducting literature searches
• Experience reading and interpreting the methods and results sections of academic research papers
• Experience with systematic reviews
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability to work in a team environment with lab associates
• Ability to follow specific directions and research protocols
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with undergraduate students, research participants, and professors
• High degree of familiarity with SPSS and/or R
• Proficiency with computer software for writing and presentations, databases, database design, and electronic medical record programs.

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At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days, and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.

Our campus offers the convenience of a medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees, and the public.

Salary: $ 23.39 - $29.58 hour

Closing Date: December 09, 2024

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).