Research Associate, Research Scientist, Clinical Research

Position Summary

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

• Lead development and management of research study project documentation used within the SE Research Centre, including project summaries, project plans, trackers and timelines, meeting agendas, and project budgets
• 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)

• 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 data management practices for organization, storage, and destruction of research data
• Implement data analysis activities with support from Research Fellows/ Research Scientists, including assistance with data interpretation

• Support the development and submission of conference abstracts, and support development and execution of presentations in a variety of formats to academic, practitioner and decision-maker audiences in collaboration with Senior Research Associates and/or Research Scientists
• Participate in the preparation and writing of a wide range of knowledge mobilization products including reports, project summaries, briefing notes, infographics, data visualizations, social media content and peer-reviewed publications, to support messaging and knowledge mobilization of study results to a wide range of audiences in collaboration with Research Fellows and/or Research Scientists
• Support SE Research Centre team initiatives to improve/ maintain collaboration, efficiency and engagement

• Master’s degree in health services research related discipline from a recognized university
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in Health Services Research, with a demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and/or manage scientific research studies
• Demonstrated ability to employ a wide range of data collection and analysis methods
• Strong oral and written communication skills, diplomacy and interpersonal skills
• Operates effectively both independently and as a collaborative contributor within multidisciplinary teams, navigating complex research environments and competing priorities
• Maintains compliance with ethical standards by holding Tri‑Council Policy Statement (2):
  Ethical Conduct of Research Involving Humans certification

• An understanding of the health sectors in Canada including hospital, home and community-based care
• Experience or interest in community-based and/or participatory research
• Experience with writing for various audiences, including academic publication
• Mentors and guides others in an academic or research settings to build capacity and foster growth
• Integrates equity considerations into research through completion of Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA+) training

• Competitive Compensation – Enjoy a Total Rewards package including salary, benefits, pension, performance incentives, on-demand pay, supportive housing and exclusive staff perks
• Flexibility & Support – We offer a unique hybrid model with work-from-home options, flexible scheduling and an inclusive culture to help you thrive
• Meaningful Impact – As a Social Enterprise, your work directly supports improving lives across Canada. Your voice matters, and innovation is encouraged
• Growth & Development – Access tuition assistance,…