Research Officer - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Date Posted:
September 5, 2023

Req ID: 33654

Faculty/Division:
Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education

Department:
Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number:

Description:

About us:

Your opportunity:

The Research Officer is part of a team working at the Faculty of Kinesiology andPhysical Education and specifically in the Mental Health and Physical Activity Research Centre.

The Research Officer supports various research and administrative aspects of several projects, with a general focus on relationships between physical activityand mental health.

Specific current projects on youth quality sport participation focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion through a mixed methods, interdisciplinary perspective exploring multiple identify factors of race, Indigeneity, ability, social class, gender, and body size.

Your responsibilities will include:

Exploring information from potential participants to determine if they meet study criteria
Resolving issues in the course of data collection and escalating problems as required
Coding quantitative and qualitative research data
Generating reports
Liaising with industry leaders and key target groups including athletes, coaches, officials, parents, youth, and sport administrators
Organizing large team meetings with researchers and industry leaders
Taking and distributing meeting minutes
Serving as a resource to others by providing (nonsupervisory) jobrelated guidance

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Sciences or Kinesiology, public health, or psychology/related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum one (1) year experience coordinating aspects of research studies; knowledge of quantitative and qualitative methodologies; a demonstrated interest in physical activity is required
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Proficiency with qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques and software
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), online survey software
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proven ability to deal with people in a tactful and effective manner
Ability to exhibit sound judgment in decision making
Meticulous attention to detail
Identify and introduce variations to established administrative process to problem solve projectrelated issues as they arise.
Must be able to work well under pressure, especially during peak periods
Highly motivated with an ability to work well autonomously and to collaborate and participate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

To be successful in this role you will be:

Accountable
Communicator
Decisive
Efficient
Multitasker
Organized
Problem solver
Team player

Note:
This is a 3-year term with possibility of extension

Closing Date:
September 13, 2023, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group:

USW

Appointment Type:
Grant - Term

Schedule:
Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

Job Category:
Research Administration & Teaching

Recruiter:
Rositsa Cholakyan

**Lived Experience Statement