Research Scientist, Glomerular Diseases

**Salary**: The salary range for this position is CAD $54.16/Hr. - CAD $77.86/Hr.
Summary:
Providence Research is proud to collaborate with the University of British Columbia (UBC) Division of Nephrology in seeking an academic Research Scientist in statistics and clinical epidemiology applied to research in glomerular diseases as a partner track appointment. This is an academic position employed through Providence Health Care with the potential for an appointment as an Assistant Professor or higher through the University of British Columbia, or a related position and as appropriate to the applicant’s academic experience.Reporting to the Director, Kidney Research Unit (KRU) designate, the Research Scientist applies scientific, technical and statistical expertise to design, plan and implement research projects in glomerular disease to advance the mission and strategic objectives of the BC Kidney Research Unit.The Research Scientist disseminates research results through verbal and/or written reports, white papers, scholarly publications and conference/academic presentations. The Research Scientist supervises the work of Research Assistants, students, residents, fellows and other staff, as assigned; and teaches staff and students, and participates in teams, as required. The Research Scientist may also be appointed as a research faculty member as part of University of British Columbia Division of Nephology within the Faculty of Medicine.

**Organization**
The BC Kidney Research Unit respects all members of its communities, each of whom individually and collaboratively make a contribution to transforming care, education, training, and research in this area.

What You Bring:
**Education, Training and Experience**
- A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Ph.D. in clinical epidemiology or statistics.
- Three (3) years of recent, related and applied research experience in glomerular diseases, including the use of linked administrative data.
- Experience modelling longitudinal drug exposures, causal inference and/or time-varying confounding considered an asset.
- Eligible for an appointment with the University of British Columbia.
- Proven record of scholarly academic research achievement and peer-reviewed publications in the field of glomerular diseases, and which demonstrates progress towards a successful career as an independent researcher.
- Demonstrated skills necessary to develop and lead a collaborative research program.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Demonstrated ability to design and execute research proposals.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and manage research projects.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team to achieve research goals.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to teach.
- Ability to supervise, coach and motivate others.
- Ability to work independently and achieve established goals.
- Ability to balance demands, see them as a challenge and adopt a flexible approach where appropriate.
- Ability to deal effectively with changing priorities and increased work pressures.

What We Offer:

- **A competitive salary**: The salary range for this position is $106,026 - $152,413 per year / $54.16 - $77.86 per hour, depending on experience.
- **Growth opportunities**: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
- **State-of-the-art facilities**: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families, and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
- **Inclusive culture**: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
- **Meaningful impact**: You will have the opportunity to work for an organization that is deeply committed to safeguarding of our surrounding environment by contributing to high quality care while promoting sustainable practices in your everyday work.
- A comprehensive **health benefits package** including dental, vision, and life insurance as well as pension.
- **Hybrid work**and **flexibile hours**available at manager's discretion

**Your day to day**:

- Designs, plans and conducts research projects to fulfill the BC Kidney Research Unit’s strategic and operational goals as they relate to the field of glomerular diseases.
- Works as a research collaborator with nephrologists and clinicians in the UBC Division of Nephrology specific to glomerular diseases, this includes working collaboratively with existing research programs to support