244 - Research Associate I - Winnipeg, Canada - CancerCare Manitoba

CancerCare Manitoba

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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Research Associate I

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders.

Our shared vision of a
world free of cancer drives every member of our team.

CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition #

Posting End Date:
August 9, 2023

City:
Winnipeg

Work Location:
McCharles

Department:
Paul Albrechtsen Research Institute

Union:
Non-Union

Anticipated Start and End (for term)

Date:
ASAP - 3 years (may expire with two weeks' notice)

FTE:1.0

Daily Hours Worked:8

Annual Base Hours:2080

Salary:
$50,000 - $70,000

Job Summary:

Qualifications:

The Research Associate 1 is a person who possesses the qualifications and expertise to conduct research activities independently in collaboration with Primary Investigators and other researchers.

The primary function of the Research Associate 1 is to independently perform a variety of research activities within a research program while developing strategies and capacity building to enable high-quality research.

In doing so, duties may include oversight of other researchers and technical personnel and participation in various aspects of student research.

Required:

Level of Formal Education & Experience_
Normally holds a doctoral degree or relevant degree in a relevant discipline, or a Doctor of Medicine degree
On an exception basis, those with an MSc and significant (>5yrs) research experience and demonstrated ability to work independently may be considered.
Relevant experience and training conducting research independently postdegree, and experience with relevant research methodologies and study types
Experience with clinical trials and observational studies
Experience in relevant statistical software packages
Experience in relevant qualitative data software programs
Experience in relevant lab techniques
Experience managing advanced and complex datasets
Experience with knowledge synthesis and translation activities

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities_
Demonstrated record in writing, including peer reviewed publications
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to develop new projects and techniques
Ability to train and mentor junior research personnel
Demonstrated ability to learn and carry out new techniques
Advanced skills in database management
Superior organizational skills
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with regulatory bodies and funding agencies
Ability to maintain uptodate with knowledge and skills in relevant field.
Knowledge of WHMIS and hazardous materials, animal/human ethics protocols and regulations.
Critical thinking skills
Time management skills
Problem solving skills
Detail orientation
Physical Requirements_
Physically capable of performing the duties as assigned, which may include mobility and/or moderate to heavy lifting.
Other_
Some positions require incumbent to possess philosophy compatible with animalbased research.
Ability to complete relevant courses and/or obtain relevant certifications (e.g., WHIMIS, Animal User Training, human/animal ethics)
Must have satisfactory employment record
Must be legally able to work in Canada

Preferred:

Experience in life sciences research working with human/patient specimens including solid/liquid tissue sample processing
Experience performing varieties of molecular and diagnostic assays (ie PCR, FISH, IHC/IF, Sequencing)
Experience in relevant statistical software packages

including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/Acrobat Pro and statistical analysis software

CTRNet Basic Education Package
PHIA (personal health information act)
TCPS2 (online module interagency advisory panel on Research Ethics 2)
Previous experience working in multidisciplinary/investigator team environments
Previous experience preparing research data for meetings, presentations, figures, grants, etc.
Ability to speak French

This is a dynamic position with roles in biospecimen processing/storage/cataloguing, research support, team building and liaising and development of new research areas/assays/data to support new research initiatives.

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.