Research Program Manager- Hybrid - Hamilton, Canada - McMaster University

McMaster University

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Hamilton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Schedule
Monday to Friday; 8:30-4:30

Education Level
Bachelors Degree in a relevant field of study

Career Level
4 years of relevant experience + 1 year of supervisory experience

Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

Research Program Manager

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About McMaster:

Ranked as one of the world's Top 100 universities, McMaster University is devoted to the cultivation of human potential, realized through our innovative educational programs, cutting-edge research, and the diverse students, faculty, staff and alumni who make up the McMaster family.

Dedicated to creating a Brighter World, we recognize that our people are our most valuable resource.

Those who join McMaster will find a community of talented individuals who are inspired by the university's commitment to embodying the values of integrity, quality, inclusiveness and teamwork.

The Advancing Youth Mental Health (AYM) research team at the Offord Centre for Child Studies, led by Dr.

Kathy Georgiades, is committed to improving child and youth mental health and reducing inequities in access to effective mental health care through integrated mental health science, policy and practice.

AYM is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Research Program Manager to oversee this growing program of research that comprises multiple epidemiologic studies focusing on child and youth health, mental health and access to care in Canada, including a CIHR-funded national, longitudinal study examining the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic response on Canadian children, youth and their families.

The Research Program Manager will oversee all aspects of the program including (1) establishing and overseeing integrated workplans across multiple research projects; (2) organizing staff and resources across projects, including budgets and timelines; (3) overseeing and maintaining communications, including stakeholder engagement, website updates, social media, newsletters, etc; and (4) managing financial aspects of the research program.

AYM is looking for an organized and effective leader with extensive research experience who is ready and motivated to advance their career to the next level.

This is a 24-month position with opportunities for renewal.

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct primary and secondary research on new program concepts to determine potential fit, and viability.
Develop implementation plans for multiple research projects of various scope (e.g. local, multisite, provincial, national and international)
Develop and critically evaluate concepts and alternatives, and formats for new research programs.
Provide regular reports to Principal Investigator(s), make recommendations, and implement feedback and direction.
In consultation with the Principal Investigators, stakeholders, or partners, develop detailed program financial forecasts, business cases and proposals for new suites of research programs.
Manage the development of the program.
Create a program marketing plan.
Ensure that relevant research methodology is applied to all research programs and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
Coordinate the activities of research staff and resources to ensure that projects progress in accordance with predetermined protocols, budgets, and timelines.
Write a variety of documents, including, but not limited to, data management and operations documentation for projects (i.e., standard operating procedures).
Oversee and provide guidance for the design of promotional strategies, knowledge and dissemination efforts, and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
Oversee and support quantitative analyses of research data.
Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, grants, and abstracts.
Ensure the accuracy of content and distribution of research program knowledge outputs on websites, social media, and marketing materials.
Develop program content for department and program website and publications.
Develop and conduct evaluations within research programs, provide feedback to Principal Investigators, and incorporate feedback into future research program development.
Update and maintain the accuracy and confidentiality of student records and information.
Respond to student and instructor needs and inquiries.
Ensure research staff satisfaction through consistent and continuous engagement.
Manage financial aspects of research programs including developing budgets, setting fees, establishing enrolment and financial forecasts, and ensuring maximum productivity.
Prepare financial reports to funding agencies as needed throu