Research Associate, Research Scientist, Clinical Research

The SE Research Centre conducts impact-oriented health services research to synthesize, generate, translate, adapt and directly apply scientific evidence in the design, delivery and evaluation of person and family‑centred health and social care services.

The primary role of the Research Associate is to provide strong project management to scientific research studies conducted in the SE Research Centre, including management of research ethics board approvals. The Research Associate is also responsible for high quality quantitative and/or qualitative data collection, data management, and data analysis, including engagement of research participants using best practices in participatory research. In collaboration with Senior Research Associates and Research Scientists, Research Associates will also participate in academic and lay audience knowledge mobilization opportunities and support SE Research Centre team initiatives for ongoing improvement/maintenance of collaboration, efficiency and engagement.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management of Scientific Research Studies

Lead development and management of research study project documentation used within the SE Research Centre program

Project Summary

Project Plan/ Timeline

Master Project File/ Milestones/ Publication List

Meeting Agendas and Action Items

Project Budget Template

Manage flow of communication across study teams, including coordination and leadership of project meetings

Manage Research Ethics Board Submissions, Amendments, Renewals and Closures in collaboration with Senior Research Associates/ Research Scientists

Support Senior Research Associates/ Research Scientists in the development of study budgets; track all expenses against approved study budget(s)

Qualitative and Quantitative Data Collection and Analysis

Lead recruitment and informed consent process for SE Research Centre studies

Support development of data collection tools in collaboration with Senior Research Associates and/or Research Scientists

Collect qualitative and quantitative data using best methodological practices and according to approved REB research protocol

Implement REB approved management practices including for organization, storage, and destruction

Implement data analysis activities with support from Senior Research Associates/ Research Scientists, including assistance with data interpretation

Write conference abstracts, prepare and lead presentations in collaboration with Senior Research Associates

Draft/ Update Research project summaries in collaboration with Senior Research Associates/ Research Scientists

Participate in the preparation and writing of peer‑reviewed publications in collaboration with SE Research Centre colleagues

Support SE Research Centre team initiatives to improve/ maintain collaboration, efficiency and engagement

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A minimum of five years of experience participating in relevant health services research activities

Experience with writing for various audiences, including academic publication

Experience mentoring others in an academic and/or research context

Tri‑Council Policy Statement (2):
Ethical Conduct of Research Involving Humans certificate

GBA+ training

Skill/ Competency Requirements

Ability to employ a wide range of data collection and data analysis methods

Strong team collaboration and internal/ external networking skills in the context of research studies

Strong problem‑solving skills in the context of executing research protocols

Strong oral and written communications skills and diplomacy and interpersonal skills

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in a science or health related discipline from a recognized university

A minimum of 2 years of additional experience working in Health Services Research

Skill / Competency Requirements

Excellent oral and written communications skills

Experience in coordinating/managing/analyzing quantitative/ qualitative Health Services Research projects

An understanding of the health sectors in Canada including hospital, home and community‑based care

Ability to contribute to a team under complex research and organizational conditions, and in an environment of multiple priorities

Diplomacy and…