Community Research Coordinator

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Location - This position will primarily be in the First Nations Community of Maskwacîs, Alberta, but will require some travel to neighboring towns and the University of Alberta in Edmonton. This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.

The Women and Children's Health Research Institute (WCHRI) was founded in 2006 as a partnership between the University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services, with core funding from the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation (SCHF) and the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation/Alberta Women's Hospital Foundation (RAHF/AWHF). Through the generous contributions of both foundations, WCHRI has been able to support the research excellence, training and development activities of investigators from a wide range of clinical and academic disciplines, all focusing their efforts on improving health outcomes for women and children in our province.

WCHRI is the only research institute in Canada - and one of the few in the world - to focus on women's and children's health, including perinatal health. The Institute is considered to be a national authority and leader in women's and children's health issues. The scope and complexity of WCHRI is extensive -supporting over 430 members from 14 faculties and three colleges across the University of Alberta.

This position will be responsible for providing project assistance and coordination for the "Wichitasowin" research project; a 2-year initiative aimed at helping Indigenous adolescents and young adults age 16-25 in the community of Maskwacîs who are living with a chronic health condition, as they move from pediatric health care to adult health care. This program is a response to the pressing need for targeted program development and research to address health disparities among Indigenous adolescents and young adults, recognizing the importance of culturally informed and community-centered approaches. This position will work primarily in Maskwacîs to support recruitment of participants in this study. The Community Research Coordinator will provide community engagement and administration support to the study, and will collaborate closely with an Indigenous patient navigator, other members of the research team, and other WCHRI staff.

This position will primarily be in Maskwacîs but will require some travel to neighboring towns and the University of Alberta in Edmonton.

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world's top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.

• Plan and assist with data collection; gather feedback from the community; interview participants, transcribe interviews; and analyze data.
• Provide feedback on research documents such as ethics applications, interview guides, and survey development.
• Plan bi-monthly community research gatherings with advisory committee and/or other community members; assist with community workshops that contribute to the betterment of women and children's health.
• Develop and manage social media platforms, in coordination with the WCHRI communications team, as necessary.
• Assist with relationship building in Maskwacîs and outside partners; support Elders and community member engagement.

• Provide administrative support (take meeting minutes, support writing reports, develop and monitor research budgets, etc.)

• Minimum of high school diploma; postsecondary education in a science or health-related discipline preferred. Combination of education and experience considered.

• Minimum of 2 years direct and focused experience working with Indigenous people, organizations, and/or communities is required.
• Must have dependable WIFI and transportation.
• Must live in or near Maskwacîs.
• Computer proficiency using MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• Precise documentation skills, detail oriented.
• Ability to work efficiently in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Nehiyawin (Cree Language) and protocols is an asset; broader knowledge of Indigenous research ethics, protocols, and methodologies (including key application of TCPS2 and Chapter 9: Research with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples) is required and this training can be provided to the successful candidate if needed.
• Research support experience is an asset.
• Experience working with children and their families is an asset.
• Familiarity with First Nations principles of ownership, control, access, and possession (OCAP) is an asset.
• Experience with the University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services is an asset.

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