Program Manager, Cancer Research Program

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference

Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Program Leader, the Program Manager will facilitate all aspects of the research activities of the Cancer Research Program, including scientific and administrative. The Program Manager will act as the day-to-day facilitator between the Program Leadership, the Program members and their research teams, and RI-MUHC administration.

General Duties

• Work with Strategic Initiatives Advisor of Pre-Awards Office to identify funding opportunities and research projects that will support the goals and priorities of the Program and RI MUHC.
• Facilitates all aspects for organizing large-group grant research (i.e., CIHR) or equipment (i.e., CFI) applications and oversees submissions to funding agencies for Program Lead initiatives.
• Facilitates the development of collaborative research partnerships across various entities within the RI MUHC, McGill University and elsewhere in Canada and abroad.
• Liaises with Performance Office in monitoring, collecting and validating data for regular reporting of research activities and preparation of reports for the RI MUHC, including for internal (Scientific Advisory Board) and provincial (ie., FRQS) bodies.
• Works closely with other Program Managers on common research initiatives.
• Manages Program administrative staff and oversees key operational areas including research space coordination, shared equipment needs, internal communications, and onboarding of research personnel. Collaborates with internal departments such as Technical Services, Biomedical Engineering, and Communications to ensure efficient support for Program activities.
• Organizes and supports internal program initiatives such as team meetings, research seminars, research days, and participates in RI-MUHC-wide committees to promote collaboration and engagement.
• Collaborates with senior management on special projects and provides insight into internal processes, operational challenges, and potential solutions.
• Develops and shares best practices, templates, and tools to support specific Program activities and improve overall operations.

Standards Of Performance

• Follows established policies and procedures
• Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Prioritizes work to meet all deadlines
• Maintains subject expert knowledge up to date
• Ability to work autonomously
• Excellent organizational skills
• Capable of evaluating priorities
• Solid analytical skills
• Demonstrates leadership and teamwork abilities
• Demonstrates an ongoing interest in quality and strives to reach high standards

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Education / Experience

Education: Doctorate Degree

Field of Study: Cancer molecular biology with experience in molecular and/or genetic mechanisms underlying the etiology, development, progression, and/or treatment of cancer at the fundamental level.

Minimum 3–5 years of postdoctoral training in cancer or oncology research in an academic environment – an asset.

Work Experience: Direct work experience in health science research.

Required Skills

• French and English, spoken and written,
• Knowledge of complex scientific and analytical procedures and experiments,
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
• Strong writing skills with prior publications in peer-reviewed journals including grant writing experience,
• Familiarity with Canadian health research grant funding agencies policies and procedures (CIHR),
• Experience with working in large interdisciplinary or transnational research teams,
• Problem assessment and problem-solving abilities,
• Information gathering and information monitoring,
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently or with teams with minimum direction and/or supervision.

Additional information

Status
: Full-Time (35-hour workweek).

Pay Scale
: $62, $115,824.80/year. Commensurate with education & work experience.

Work Shift
: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Work Site
: GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie

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Why work with us?

• 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
• Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
• 13 paid statutory holidays,
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
• Telemedicine,
• RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),
• Training and professional development opportunities,
• Child Care Centres,
• Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),
• Competitive monthly parking rate,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Recognition Program,
• Flex work options and much more

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THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact,