Research Scientist Ii - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Classification & Regular Hours:

Hours per Week: 37.5

Salary Grade:
R3

Please note this is a wholly grant funded, temporary full time contract, with an expected end date of March 31, 2025.

About Western:

About Us:

The Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences (CNS) is a diverse, city-wide, clinical academic department at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.

Faculty members are located at Western University, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), and Parkwood Hospital of St. Joseph's Health Care, London (SJHC). The Department has research affiliations at both the Robarts Research Institute and Lawson Health Research Institute.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Education:
Masters of Science in Medical Biophysics, Psychology or Neuroscience
PhD in Medical Biophysics or Neuroscience is preferred
Experience:
5 years' experience managing research studies in a clinical academic research environment, with accountability for human resources, finance, and administration
3 years' experience developing and managing research budgets
3 years' experience designing, executing, and evaluating clinical research studies
Evidence of success in the preparation and publication of manuscripts, grant and ethics submissions, and writing research protocols
Experience with supervising and leading a team to operationalize research projects
Experience working with and analyzing large datasets
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong background in advanced imaging techniques
Selfdriven, independent thinker who is highly motivated and possesses an intrinsic passion for quality work outcomes and strong productivity
Ability to perform both standard and complex clinical trial design and statistics with accuracy, precision and reliability
Professional and effective interpersonal skills to interact with trainees and other university personnel on a daily basis to maximize the research productivity of the lab personnel
Extensive knowledge of fMRI, MRS and DTI
Extensive knowledge of innovative academic research in the area of imaging
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to multitask with targeted goals
Project management skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously from conception to completion within a prescribed timeline
Ability to research and process information with high levels of accuracy
Possess a reputation for resourcefulness and a strong sense of accountability and initiative
Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours and travel on occasion

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.