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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
October 15, 2027This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks.
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JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for managing research activities within the Precision Diabetes Research Program at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute, led by Dr Angela Devlin and Dr Dina Panagiotopoulos. The research program focuses on understanding the pathophysiology of pediatric diabetes and improving outcomes and treatment of children and adolescents living with diabetes.
The research program includes longitudinal cohort studies that collect data from children living with diabetes or at risk of diabetes to phenotype the children and further the understanding of the trajectory of diabetes and the development of complications. These research programs are delivered with the support of research staff and trainees at the undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral level.
The research manager will work with all team members to meet research goals and objectives. The incumbent will be responsible for managing a full range of research activities including preparing ethics applications and study protocols, identifying funding sources and coordinating grant application submissions, supporting adherence to study protocols and reporting, managing human resources and financial administrations, communicating with funders with project progress and updates, support of research trainees, managing lab communications and knowledge translation activities, and oversee program public outreach and community engagement.
ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS
This position will report directly to Dr. Angela Devlin and Dr Dina Panagiotopoulos.
WORK PERFORMED
CONSEQUENCE OF ERROR
The position requires a high degree of discretion, judgment and initiative. The candidate must exercise sound judgement in all facets of research activities, makes professional decisions and must conduct all activities in an ethical manner. Inappropriate judgements and/or decisions may have significant impact on the reputation, credibility, collaboration, and financial status for the research lab.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The incumbent will work independently with minimal supervision. The principal investigator(s) will provide directions as needed.
SUPERVISION GIVEN
Will supervise and manage research staff members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working in a pediatric clinical research environment, with relevant experience in developing and writing technical materials (research ethics, summary of research projects) preferred. Exceptional project management skills with the ability to maintain accuracy and attention to details. Ability to analyze problems, identify key information, and effectively resolve issues.
Strong experience in biomedical laboratory analyses.
Demonstrated experience in Human Resources administration and staff management, including hiring, onboarding, supervision, performance management, and coordination of multiple research staff.
Have key understanding of the process of research projects from proposals to publications. Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team and be able to meet deadlines. Ability to assess and implement work required to achieve research goals, strong organizational skills, diplomacy and the ability to provide leadership in creating positive and supportive work environments. Experience and knowledge of UBC and PHSA policies, procedures, governance and administrative systems in budgeting, financial reporting, and procurement is an asset.
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