Research Manager

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada’s largest academic health sciences centre dedicated to mental health and addiction. The Institute for Mental Health Policy Research (IMHPR) at CAMH is home to leading scientific experts dedicated to informing policy and practice on mental health, substance use and addiction challenges. IMHPR scientists conduct collaborative research on communities, populations, health systems and global health, and develop and evaluate prevention and intervention initiatives to reduce mental health, substance use and addiction challenges. IMHPR is committed to equity, informed by the social determinants of health.

**Position Description**:
IMHPR is currently recruiting a full-time, 12-month contract, Research Manager to support on-going research activities. This role will report to the Administrative Director and Scientific Co-Directors of IMHPR. This position will manage a portfolio of projects within IMHPR as well as support for core related activities. Research activities will include (but are not limited to):

- Provide general assistance to IMHPR research operations and activities.
- Collaborate with study investigators and stakeholders.
- Manage human resources activities including: recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and daily supervision of staff
- Provide fiscal management and support the reporting obligations associated with each grant, including budget planning, forecasting, reporting etc.
- Monitor key performance indicators and support quality and safety initiatives.
- Co-ordinate and facilitate current and new research projects.
- Assist with grants and awards, including tracking pre and post awards, supporting grant proposal submissions and protocol development.
- Support, facilitate and adhere to ethical and regulatory requirements and research policies, including sensitive and confidential priorities.
- Oversee and manage or support the planning, procurement and ongoing maintenance process for centre and project specific equipment and assets, including the mobile lab units and other assets.
- Support and facilitate communications both intra and inter-departmentally.
- Support the ongoing needs of the institute and project-based activities as required.

As a key member of the team, the successful incumbent will be expected to work collaboratively on projects with cross-functional teams, both internally and externally. The incumbent will champion and lead initiatives that support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable policies, procedures and legislation.

This position is located at 250 College Street, with travel between sites, as necessary. This role requires daily on-site presence with occasional remote work.

**Job Requirements**
- Master’s degree in mental health related field (e.g., epidemiology, psychology, neuroscience, etc.)
- At least three (3) years of research operations or management experience in a research and/or hospital environment.
- Proven analytical, planning, organizational, conceptual, coordination and decision-making skills in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
- Experience in project management, research office administration and financial practices (e.g. reading financial reports, preparing budgets) in grant-based/accounting environment.
- Advanced-level knowledge and skills in MS Office Suite of programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other project management and database software and tools, including REDCap.
- Experience and knowledge regarding social, epidemiological and/or public health research is considered an asset.
- Experience managing staff; management in a unionized environment is an asset.
- Strong communication and motivational skills, and a record of productive and cooperative work with teams and individuals.
- Ability to prioritize work effectively and efficiently with mínimal supervision.
- Ability to handle a high volume of complex projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of risk management practices.
- Capable of original thinking and able to initiate ideas to move projects forward.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, tact, and discretion and a genuine interest in supporting scientific research.
- Superior leadership and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language are an asset.
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record is considered an asset.