Research Project Manager - Nunavik Communities (Research Institute)

Job Title:

Research Project Manager - Nunavik Communities (Research Institute)

Organisation:

Research Institute of the MUHC

Work Location:

Modèle Hybrid

Job Category:

Research and teaching

Job Type:

Temporary part time

Salary:

$29.85 - $55.43 /Hour

Le Centre universitaire de santé McGill (CUSM) est un centre hospitalier universitaire intégré, reconnu à l’échelle internationale pour l’excellence de ses programmes cliniques, de sa recherche et de son enseignement. Le CUSM a pour objectif d’assurer aux patients des soins fondés sur les connaissances les plus avancées dans le domaine de la santé et de contribuer au progrès des connaissances.

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
We are looking for a project manager for a research project on the implementation of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) for syphilis in non-traditional settings, in five Nunavik communities. This is a CIHR-funded Stepped Wedge trial carried out in close collaboration between the RI-MUHC, the NRBHSS, and the communities involved. The successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of organizational skills, independence and flexibility in a rapidly changing environment. Their involvement with the project is expected for 9-12 months.

General Duties
• Liaise with all the actors of the different villages,
• Coordinate the travel schedule, transportation and accommodation of members,
• Manage the hiring of study teams,
• Manage project financial accounts,
• Manage material orders,
• Manage data entered into REDCap from testing sites,
• If necessary, travel to Nunavik to support the study teams.

Education: Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study: Nursing, Epidemiology or related field of study content.

Work Experience:
• Familiarity with Nunavik is an asset,
• Field project management experience,
• Experience in managing the finances and human resources required for the success of the project ,
• Familiarity with the culture of the Inuit people is a great asset, as are community ties.

Status: Temporary, part time (9 to 12-month contract with possibility of renewal)
Pay Scale: $29.85 to $55.43/hour Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift:15- 20 hours/week from Monday to Friday
Work Site: Hybrid (may have to travel to Nunavik)

Why work with us?

• 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
• Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
• 13 paid statutory holidays,
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
•Telemedicine,
• RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),
• Training and professional development opportunities,
• Child Care Centres,
• Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),
• Competitive monthly parking rate,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Recognition Program,
• Flex work options and much more!

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [email protected]

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