Knowledge Synthesis Research Associate - Halifax, Canada - Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University

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Halifax, Canada

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Position Details:

Position Information
Position Title
Knowledge Synthesis Research Associate

Department/Unit

Nursing

Research Project

JBI Centre of Excellence in Knowledge Synthesis, Aligning Health Needs with Evidence for Transformative Change

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

GP9323

Employee Group

Grant-Paid

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

1 year, with possibility of renewal

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

Salary
- $54,600 - $69,160 per annum (35 hours per week)

About the Organization

The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) Collaboration is an international network comprising JBI Centres of Excellence and JBI Affiliated Groups which together strategically promote, and support evidence informed approaches to the delivery of health policy and practice in their respective regions.

JBI Centres of Excellence represent a prestigious hub of expertise, through which high quality programs of evidence synthesis, transfer and implementation are achieved.

Centres are recognised by the JBI as an entity that provides leadership, support, guidance and mentorship to novice groups, and meet the required competencies and key performance indicators prescribed by the Institute.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, JBI Centre of Excellence, the Knowledge Synthesis Research Associate will work within the Centre team, while having the primary responsibility of leading and supporting the development of systematic reviews, scoping as well as rapid reviews managing both the methodological and administrative aspects.

Key Responsibilities

Track and support activities of the JBI centre.
Lead and manage systematic reviews, scoping and rapid reviews including quality appraisal/risk of bias.
Write protocols and reports for publication.
Assist in setting and implementing project goals.
Collect and enter study related data.
Present research related information, including written study reports when necessary.
Plan and participate in team meetings and activities.
Support development of a range of Knowledge Synthesis (KS) and dissemination products i.e., onepage summaries, infographics, presentations, etc.
Prepare derived datasets for statistical analysis.
Prepare statistical plans and reports.
Contribute to statistical analysis.
Assist investigators in the interpretation and implementation of study protocols.
Assist investigators in the initiation of new synthesis research projects.
Organize yearly Comprehensive Systematic Review Training program.
Manage centre administration, including productivity tracking, meeting scheduling and event management.
Handle general office duties e.g. record keeping, filing, faxing, mailings, photocopying, etc.

Note

To meet operational requirements, evening and weekend work may be required on an exceptional basis, along with adaptation to the regular work schedule.

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in library science or information or a healthrelated discipline with related experience supporting evidence synthesis in the health sciences.
Knowledge of epidemiological concepts.
Proven training in the conduct of systematic reviews (JBI and/or Cochrane).
Strong analytical, quantitative, and qualitative research skills.
Demonstrated experience with systematic reviews.
Familiarity with quality appraisal tools, and synthesis software.
Excellent attention to detail and proven ability to learn new skills.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner and flexibility to adapt to changing workload.
Ability to work independently and as well as part of a team.
Excellent computer skills and familiarity with a range of software products, including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), reference management software (e.g., Zotero, Endnote), and systematic review software (e.g., Covidence, JBI SUMARI).
Experience in knowledge synthesis.

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