Research Manager, Driving Simulator

In this role you will:_
- Facilitate the day-to-day operations of the Driving Simulator Lab as a key priority.
- Be responsible for on-site needs and physical space and safety needs of the Driving Simulator lab as required.
- Liaise as needed with other departments such as Finance, IT, Communications, Procurement, People and Experience, Legal, Research Ethics Board and Research Operations, Quality Assurance, Clinical Trials unit and other Services & Support (ROSS).
- Provide assistance to the IMHPR Driving Simulator Lab research operations and activities, including epidemiological and clinical research.
- Help facilitate and further IMHPR knowledge translation and cross collaboration initiatives in the area of Driving Simulator research.
- Lead the recruitment, on boarding and training of personnel and trainees as required
- Train and acclimate new team members to the Driving Simulator Lab policies and procedures.
- Maintain a core supply record, including additional supplies and mandatory materials needed and calibration records.
- Help maintain the safety of the physical lab via fire safety and physical space inspections.
- Coordinate and facilitate the use and booking of shared project resources as required.
- Ensure the facilitation and maintenance of the institutional equipment and assets as required.
- Work with the Driving Lab Research Method Specialist/ Simulator programmer, external vendors and various Project Investigators to ensure the day-to-day needs and core assets are supported and project deliverables are on target.
- Support the project budget planning process for the Driving Simulator Lab and assist in tracking of actuals for grant-funded accounts as required.
- Support and facilitate communications on behalf of the Driving Simulator Lab
- Engage inter-organizational managers and external suppliers concerning project activities, operational decisions, scheduling requirements or contractual clarifications.
- Perform work in accordance with applicable provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
- Support and facilitate ethical and regulatory compliance of CAMH and Research policies, including sensitive and confidential priorities.
- Support a work environment that embraces diversity and is free of harassment and discrimination.

This position is primarily located at 250 College Street.

**Job Requirements**
- Master’s degree in business or research related discipline from a recognized institution.
- 3 years relevant experience in a driving lab or similar Simulator research related environment is required.
- Demonstrated experience in a grant based research environment is required.
- Demonstrated experience using Smoking Lab study equipment and procedures, for both tobacco and cannabis.
- Demonstrated experience with Clinical Trials procedures and processes.
- Business and/or financial experience (e.g. reading financial reports and preparing budgets)
- Excellent interpersonal skills, tact, and discretion and a genuine interest in supporting scientific research.
- Advanced-level knowledge of MS Office Suite of programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other knowledge translation and project management software and tools such as REDCAP.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, coordinate and oversee various complex projects.
- Valid driver’s licence with very good driving record.
- Experience and knowledge regarding research approaches and protocols, including epidemiological and clinical trial research.
- Demonstrated ability to critically analyze, evaluate, and resolve problems.
- 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 diverse projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of risk management practices and procedures in a lab environment.
- Capable of original thinking and able to initiate ideas to move projects forward.
- Demonstrated experience with grants submissions, publication experience and literature review experience is an asset.
- Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language is an asset

**Please Note**: This full-time, contract (12 months) position is NOT part of any Bargaining Unit.

**Salary Range**: Competitive Salary and Benefit Package.