Research Associate - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Western:

About Us:

The Department of Psychiatry is a diverse city-wide clinical academic department at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. The department encompasses the University, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), St. Joseph's Health Care, London (SJHC), London and St. Thomas, and the Child and Parent Resources Institute (CPRI).

The vision for the Department of Psychiatry is to be the acknowledged Centre of Excellence for psychiatric care and discovery in South Western Ontario with a mission to translate clinical research into treatment and provide regional consultation within interdisciplinary models of care.

The Department of Psychiatry is comprised of approximately 80 Clinical Academics, 7 Basic Research Scientists, 36 trainees and 12 administrative staff including the Manager, Administration & Finance.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Education:

Master's degree in a relevant discipline; PhD in a relevant discipline preferred

Experience:

3 years' working experience in a related academic research environment

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant scientific/research principles
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 to complete detailed analytics and reports
Ability to provide solutions and ideas for improvement by using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required
Detailoriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
Familiarity with University research policies and practices
Ability to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies
Commitment to ongoing professional development with a desire to take on new challenges
Ability to multitask and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
Ability to work in a fluid and evolving work environment with changing deadlines and priorities
Ability to work independently and maintain direction and focus through proactive planning and organized approaches to work
Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to campus are required to comply with Western's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

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

This position is expected to be filled internally by reappointment