Program Manager, ICONIC program

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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
The Pediatric Neurology division at the MCH is currently seeking a Program manager who will lead the ICONIC program, by coordinating and leading its daily internal operations and offering senior and robust strategic management to ensure its full and optimal operations as well as its long-term sustainability.

Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator and the Research Scientist Lead, 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 closely with the Program Leadership and provides strategic advices regarding the development, planning and implementation of projects that will support the goals and priorities of the Program,
• Facilitates the implementation of the Program's research goals through team meetings, internal committees, research seminars and research days and other special activities,
• Ensure alignment of strategic development across the scope of The Pediatric Neuroscience research and training activities.
• Support the preparation and submission of approval requests
• Coordinate assessments required for patient care and research activities
• Provide administrative support to clinical teams by:
• Ordering tests and procedures.
• Scheduling appointments and follow-ups.
• Coordinating testing with relevant departments.
• Ensure timely tracking and follow-up of testing results.
• Oversees program reporting activities including finances, grants, policies,
• Participate in the preparation of Program documentation included but not limited to: Scientific annual reports, Health Ministry, RI-MUHC website, Program presentations,
• Onboarding and mentoring of research staff and trainees for the Program,
• Plans and accounts for the human, financial, and material resource allocation reserved for the Program,
• Manages Program administrative staff including the Genetic Counselor and oversees services offered.
• Coordinate annual operations plans and budgets.
• Oversee budget review and reporting.
• Prepare fiscal year end budget reconciliation, develop projections.

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Education / Experience

Education: Doctorate Degree

Field of Study: PhD degree in neuroscience or related disciplines.

Work Experience: More than 3 years

Required Skills

• Superior organizational, planning, priority settings, analyzing and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate in scientific and nonscientific settings.
• Excellent French and English, spoken and written,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,

Additional information

Status:
Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek)

Pay Scale:
$62, $115, Commensurate with education and 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,