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Research Coordinator / Statistician

The opportunity:

The Research Coordinator will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of one or more research projects at the Seven Oaks Hospital Chronic Disease Innovation Centre. The research coordinator will be involved in prospective research studies, including clinic and patient-based clinical trials, as well as retrospective database studies. The scope of duties will include several administrative reporting supervisory and patient-related activities necessary for the successful and ethical application of research protocols. The research coordinator will also be responsible for conducting statistical analyses on various research projects, including developing statistical analysis plans with PIs, updating tables and figures, drafting statistical reports and manuscript preparation and submission. The research coordinator is thus a key member of the research team and contributes meaningfully to the success of patient-centred research in the Faculty of Medicine.

The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:

-Experience conducting prospective research activities including organizing and coordinating research studies (i.e., randomized trials), obtaining informed consent from participants, administering questionnaires and study assessments, gathering study data and entering information into research databases, conducting periodic study audits for data accuracy, and creating or enhancing operating procedures.
-Experienced in performing standard clinical epidemiological analyses such as linear, logistic and Cox regression models
-Demonstrated ability in SAS programming and analysis is required.
-Experience linking and cleaning large datasets, including submitting data access requests to regulatory agencies and healthcare organizations.
-Experience conducting systematic reviews and meta-analysis
-Experience conducting studies on patients with kidney disease and conducting research within a hospital setting. This includes liaising with other healthcare personnel (i.e., nurses, unit clerks etc.).
-Experience in developing and preparing research reports, summaries, abstracts and academic manuscripts for knowledge translation and publication.
-Experience submitting applications to various Institutional Review Committees (e.g. University of Manitoba Research Ethics Board and Impact Hospital Review Boards) and completing data access requests and submissions.
-Experience with developing Knowledge Translation activities and materials.
-Experience working within a hospital setting and experience working with patients with chronic kidney disease is required.
-In addition to the minimal education experiences, the applicant should possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
-The applicant should also be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint., Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment, organized, ability to prioritize tasks and ensure deadlines are met.
-TCPS Core training and PHIA Training are considered strong assets.
-The applicant should possess a solid ability to work in teams and collaborate on research projects. In addition, the applicant should be able to prioritize multiple research projects, and deadlines, and should possess strong organizational skills.

Why the University of Manitoba?

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
Competitive vacation time.
Employee and Family Assistance Program.
A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.
Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers:

https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=28888

Closing Date: September 21, 2023

Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,159.20-$72,053.80 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-09-30