Research Associate - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Classification & Regular Hours:

Hours per Week: 37.5

Salary Grade:
R3

Please note, this is a wholly grant funded, temporary full time contract opportunity with an expected end date of March 30, 2024.

About Western:

About Us:

Western's Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is a leading Canadian centre of outstanding education and research shaping health care for the next generation and is the largest and most complex faculty on campus.

The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology has a longstanding tradition of distinction in research and teaching.

The success of Anatomy and Cell biology is predicated on its people, dedicated Faculty, Staff and Trainees who support our mission:
excellence in research and scholarship in anatomy, cell biology, neuroscience and education.

The mission of Dr.

Laviolette's research is to determine the impacts of drug exposure on the developing adolescent brain and how this exposure increases the risk of developing later life neuropsychiatric symptoms.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Education:
PhD in Neuroscience or relevant discipline
Experience:
5 years of working experience in a related academic research environment with an independently developed research portfolio
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Familiarity with regulations and guidelines governing research ethics in an academic environment and with best practices for reviewing and writing grant proposals
In depth knowledge with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
Familiarity with techniques for updating, managing and extracting data from a research database
Ability to collaborate across internal and external boundaries to meet common objectives, improve outcomes and support work beyond one's own unit
Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users and with an ability to complete detailed analytics and reports
Ability to work in a manner that models best practices in confidentiality standards
Detailoriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
Ability to multitask and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University's events and activities
Ability to provide guidance, support and feedback in a way that is positively received
Resultsoriented with the ability to motivate and coach employees to meet high performance standards, while working effectively as a member of the leadership team
Ability to investigate defined issues, solicit input, and suggest remedies and alternative approaches that meet the needs of the situation
Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
Ability to interpret and identify key results from research and to succinctly summarize research findings

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

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