Research Coordinator, Community Health Sciences - Calgary, Canada - The University of Calgary

The University of Calgary

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Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Description
Reporting to the Principal Investigator.

The project seeks to create a national network and a centre to build capacity and mobilize knowledge on Black children and youth in Canada.

The Research Coordinator will work closely with faculty, students, policymakers, and service providers across Canada who are working on addressing the needs of Black children and youth.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Leadership

Work in collaboration with the PI to formulate and develop a strategic research plan, including contributing to funding strategies, identifying funding opportunities, and facilitating innovative activities that align with the strategic plan
Make recommendations on the development of the full project lifecycle, including study design, recruitment, consent, ethics, and study execution
Provide primary support to the PIs by identifying key strategic and governance issues
Lead the daytoday operational aspects of a large program, including facilitating communication between the Project Director, research team members, stakeholders, research assistants, and trainees
Plan meetings, prepare reports and papers, and ensure PIs' decisions and requests are addressed and implemented
Coordinate the establishment of a centre related to Black family wellbeing
Provide mentorship for research assistants and trainees (undergraduate, graduate) in performing research tasks
Coordinate a mentorship program for Black early career researchers and youths
Coordinate conferences, speaker series, and team meetings

Research Coordination & Management

Set up operations and maintain strategies for the research studies/projects, including managing project timelines and facilitate all contracts and agreements
Consult with faculty, PIs, postdoctoral fellows, and research project staff to provide guidance on relevant research principles and best practices
Complete ethics approval at multiple sites
Monitor project budget and timeline
Prepare and process funding agreements and transfers
Track progress indicators, manage quality improvement, and perform qualitative evaluation (internal audits)

Qualifications / Requirements:

Master's degree or higher in Social Sciences, Education, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of experience coordinating research projects
Minimum 3 years of experience coordinating or conducting research with Black communities
Minimum 3 years of experience working with multisite research programs across Canada
Indepth knowledge of critical research approaches and theories
Indepth knowledge of participatory action research, critical race theory, and intersectionality
Advanced skills in managing multiple priorities
Ability to motivate, inspire, and build confidence in others to achieve common goals
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong and effective organizational and interpersonal skills
Strong track record in establishing and maintaining effective collaborative working relationships within a team environment, and with internal and external stakeholders
Experience supporting or coordinating mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students, especially from Black communities
Strong Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Zoom, and related
Ability to work at a high level of accuracy and pay close attention to detail

Application Deadline:
May 2, 2024

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the
_Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 2_.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our
Management and Staff Careers website.

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