Job Summary

The Research Associate 2 possesses the qualifications and expertise to conduct research activities independently in collaboration with Primary Investigators and other researchers. The primary function of the Research Associate 2 is to independently perform a variety of research activities within a research program while developing strategies and capacity building to enable high-quality research. Duties may include oversight of other researchers and technical personnel and participation in various aspects of student research.

The Research Associate is also delegated distinct and significant leadership responsibilities by the Principal Investigator, including on‑the‑ground supervision of research personnel and/or leadership of the establishment and standardization of novel research activities. The role will provide significant input into the direction of research and protocols and will lead and oversee complex studies and activities.

Qualifications

Required

Level of Formal Education & Experience

• Preference of a doctoral degree or relevant degree in a related discipline, or a Doctor of Medicine degree
• On an exception basis, those with an MSc and with a minimum of 7 years research experience and demonstrated ability to work independently may be considered.
• Relevant experience and training conducting research independently post‑degree, and experience with relevant research methodologies and study types
• Significant experience with clinical trials and observational studies
• Significant experience in relevant lab techniques
• Significant experience planning and overseeing complex studies and activities
• Experience in relevant statistical software packages
• Experience in relevant qualitative data software programs
• Experience managing advanced and complex datasets
• Experience with knowledge synthesis and translation activities

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated record in writing, including peer reviewed publications
• Familiarity and writing research grants applications
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to develop new projects and techniques
• Advanced skills in database management
• Superior organizational skills
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies and funding agencies
• Ability to maintain up‑to‑date knowledge and skills in relevant field
• Knowledge of WHMIS and hazardous materials, animal/human ethics protocols and regulations
• Critical thinking, time management, problem solving, detail orientation
• Ability to supervise, motivate, develop, lead, evaluate and direct the work of others
• Ability to independently learn and carry out new techniques
• Ability to provide significant input into the direction of research and protocols

Physical Requirements

• Physically capable of performing the duties as assigned, which may include mobility and/or moderate to heavy lifting.

Other

• Some positions require incumbent to possess philosophy compatible with animal‑based research.
• Ability to complete relevant courses and/or obtain relevant certifications (e.g., WHMIS, Animal User Training, human/animal ethics)
• Must have satisfactory employment record
• Must be legally able to work in Canada

Preferred

• Experience with project management
• Experience in formally supervising others, including performance evaluation, motivation, organization, oversight and distribution of work, recruitment, selection, and hiring
• Ability to speak French

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

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