Research Coordinator

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
The incumbent will be primarily responsible for assisting Dr. Pijl with coordinating various research projects. The incumbent will also be responsible for carrying out various aspects of the research projects and supervise the work of other researchers. This position will ensure smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities and provides updates and progress reports to members of the research team and stakeholders.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:

- Masters degree in a health-related field required.
- PhD preferred.
- Two years of directly related experience required.
- Experience with all phases of carrying out a research project; both qualitative and quantitative health research required.
- Experience with drafting technical reports, brief non-technical reports for communities, academic publications and presentations, and other written documents as requested required.
- Experience in conducting quantitative or qualitative research in social services or health care environments required.
- Experience with literature searches and retrieval, as well as grant writing required.
- Familiar with confidentiality and security issues related to research required.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Proficient with using statistical and other computer software related to word processing for data collection or organization (e.g., Microsoft Office, SPSS, Reference Management System - Zotero) required.
- Excellent English oral and written communication skills are required.
- Exceptional writing skills are required.
- Good organizational skills required.
- Must be able to work within time and budget constraints.
- Must be self-motivated and be able to work independently.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others is required.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team is essential, with academic and non-academic individuals required.
- Ability and willingness to learn new processes and techniques required.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: February 25, 2025**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act_ (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.97-$40.18 per hour

Expected hours: 21.00 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-03-03