Research Lab Manager - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

RESEARCH LAB MANAGER

Job Posting #:926149

Union:
Non Union

Site:
Toronto Western Hospital

Department:
Krembil Brain Institute, Neuron to Brain Laboratory

Reports to:
Principal Investigator

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week

Salary:
$52.77 -$65.96 Hourly. To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Status:
Temporary Full-Time (1 year)

Posted Date:
October,

Closing Date:
Until Filled

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Position Summary

A lab manager position is available under the Neuron to Brain Laboratory at the Krembil Discovery Tower University Health Network (UHN).

Neuron to Brain Lab is comprised of both basic and clinical research teams that use electrophysiological methods to investigate, in human and/or mouse brain, the mechanisms of seizure initiation and the imbalance between inhibition and excitation in cellular networks caused by epilepsy and seizure.

Krembil Discovery Tower is also one of the largest research institutes in Canada focusing on human neurological disease from both a basic science and clinical research perspective.

Duties

Qualifications

Masters, or recognized equivalent, in a health or science related discipline
At minimum, 5 years clinical and/or professional experience, and at least 3 years clinical research experience and 23 years supervisory/management experience
Excellent Human resource management skills required.
Experience in research program outcome analysis
Experience in the development and writing business operation plans as well as grant writing
Excellent project management skills with ability to manage tight deadlines
Demonstrated ability to express complex technical concepts effectively
Welldeveloped leadership, listening and conflict resolution skills
Interacts frequently with both internal and external contacts to provide guidance and advice on clinical research or other related issues
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills, customer relations and ability to act with discretion
Excellent problem recognition and solving abilities
Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies and procedures
Ability to manage multiple priority projects and timelines efficiently
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines required.
Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Competitive offer packages
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, onsite gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an inte