Research Coordinator - Hamilton, Canada - McMaster University
Description
Schedule
8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday
- Friday
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant firls of study
Career Level
Requires 4 years of relevant experience
Research Coordinator (I)
JD0437
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This is project is a CIHR catalyst grant on policy research for health system transformation. Dr. Margaret McKinnon is the PI. Dr.McKinnon is Professor and Associate Chair of Research and holds the Homewood Chair in Mental Health and Trauma in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University.
The primary objective of the study is to develop an evidence-informed, provider-targeted trauma-informed care policy for Canadian healthcare organizations based on collaborative input from organizational leadership and stakeholders.
The project will involve a literature, and the collection and analysis of both quantitative (online surveys) and qualitative data (interviews and focus groups).
The purpose of the position is to provide coordination of the day-to-day operations of the research project.Job Summary:
Responsible for implementing, monitoring, refining, analyzing, coordinating, and reporting on several research projects. Acts as a resource for the development of protocols, study documents, operations of study management, and management techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the activities of research staff and resources to ensure that the project progresses in accordance with predetermined timelines.
- Develop estimates of time and resources for research projects.
- Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data. Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results.
- Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems.
- Write data management and operations documentation for projects. Liaise between the project centre and remote project sites and personnel. Conduct structured project participant interviews.
- Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
- Consult on protocol development, student organization, and data management activities.
- Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project participants. Present at meetings, seminars, and conferences.
- Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
- Implement and maintain research project budgets. Create financial projections and make adjustments to research project budgets throughout the fiscal year.
- Exercise appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts. Conduct literature searches.
Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study
Experience:
Requires 4 years of relevant experience
Assets:
- Experience conducting research on psychological trauma, moral injury and/or traumainformed care
- Strong communication and written skills
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Working knowledge of MOSAIC and other McMaster systems (BI finance dashboards etc.)
- Knowledge of mental health strategies, and experience working with healthcare workers would be beneficial
- Experience as research coordinator in trauma/PTSD
- BA in psychology, social work or related mental health profession; minimum 4 years' experience as research coordinator in mental health
How To Apply
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