Research Study Coordinator - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

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Description

Division of Pulmonary Medicine:

Competition No.

Posting Date

May 15, 2023

Closing Date

May 22, 2023

Position Type

Full Time - Grant Funded

Salary Range

$63,100 to $86,497 (pro-rated) per year

Grade

Hours

40.00
This competition is restricted to internal applicants of the University of Alberta. Please indicate your internal status using the "Advertisement" drop down menu when applying.

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

This position has an end date of December 31, 2024 and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits.

Location - North campus. This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in person

**Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

Department summary

The Tuberculosis Program Evaluation and Research Unit (TB PE & RU) in the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry was established in 1998 from generous support from Alberta Health and the University of Alberta.

The TB PE & RU performs strategic planning and research towards TB elimination and evaluation of programs in Canada. We have maintained funding since the beginning and continue to adapt and evolve in the pursuit of TB elimination.

The TB PE & RU conducts programming and data analysis support to public health and health care organizations at the national, provincial, regional, and local levels.

We aim to create, effective stakeholder liaisons and create a "TB think tank" where academic research is bridged to health care providers in the field.

Position summary

The Research Study Coordinator will work under the direction of Dr Richard Long, Principal Investigator of the CIHR funded research project entitled, "Implementing the TB patients' charter of care in high incidence communities and across jurisdictional borders".

The Coordinator will collaborate with other members of the research team and will have primary responsibility for ensuring the completion of each of the study objectives within the study timelines.

This will require a good understanding of both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, and strong written skills necessary to document the process and outcomes.

As the study spans the prairie region engaging a number of different participants and organizations, the Coordinator will require excellent organization, management and interpersonal skills.

The study Coordinator will also be responsible for hiring and managing part time study staff.

Duties

Responsible for the overall management of the study project including the initiation and execution of the project during its life span
Monitor, assess and manage the project status on an ongoing basis to ensure project objectives are met in a timely, costefficient manner
Assess and communicate project resource requirements, proactively anticipate project issues and develop strategies for resolution on an ongoing basis to ensure successful project completion
Direct and train support personnel assigned to project teams. Review materials and communications prepared by project team members and provide appropriate feedback when necessary
Contribute to the ongoing review and modification of protocols to ensure continuing relevancy
Supervise data management processes to ensure adherence to established policies and projectspecific standard operating procedures

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Human Ecology, etc.; graduate preferred
Graduate level training in Public Health, Nursing or a related field
12 years of related experience, preferably in an academic/clinical research environment in which both quantitative and qualitative research methods were utilized by the incumbent.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple sites and provide leadership to a multisite team
Exceptional communicator with the ability to influence a broad and diverse range of stakeholders through effective relationships
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