Senior Scientist, FREA, Psychiatry

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Job ID : 31602

Location : Foothills Campus Updated April 16, 2024

Previous Opportunity Next Opportunity We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta.

The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.

Description

The Department of Psychiatry in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Senior Scientist, Framework for Research in Emerging Adults.

This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator.

As part of the "Framework for Research in Emerging Adults" research program, the Senior Scientist, FREA will lead a small research team focusing on the study of how genetic and environmental factors contribute to mental health disorders in adolescents and emerging adults, and how this knowledge can be used to improve interventions using a precision health approach.

The Senior Scientist will work closely with Alberta Health Services on this research program, and will lead the development of knowledge translation activities in adolescent and emerging adult mental health.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to) :

Research

Responsible for developing and leading project plans from collection to completion

Working independently to execute day-to-day activities of research team

Review relevant literature

Work with leadership to develop research plans and trajectories

Develop scientific research study protocols

Prepare and submit applications to the UCalgary Research Ethics Board

Develop a data management plan

Contribute to scientific publications

Leadership Management

Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills

Coordinate stakeholder meetings to develop priorities

Hire and supervise research staff

Complete annual performance reviews including grievances, discipline and promotion of immediate research team

Requires strong interpersonal skills and leadership to manage the unpredictable workload, problems and conflict with research staff

Maintain the highest level of discretion, integrity and trust in all dealings

Excellent professionalism, diplomacy and a high degree of confidentiality

Act as a mentor and coach in training and development of junior staff members

Work closely with stakeholders internally and externally to the university

Project Management

Strong project management skills

Ability to think conceptually and directionally

Contribute to development and implementation of strategic research plans

Develop and manage the operational budgets

Develop and administer programs

Scheduling and participating in stakeholder engagement meetings

Qualifications / Requirements :

5-7 years related experience and a graduate (preferably doctoral) degree in a related discipline are required

A combination of education, training, and experience will be considered

Expertise in bridging the gap between research and practice (knowledge translation, knowledge dissemination) is a strong asset

Experience in child and youth mental health an asset

Experience working with and building partnerships between diverse groups

Experience preparing reports for diverse stakeholders in multiple formats (e.g., manuscripts, press releases, infographics, presentations)

Ability to interpret and apply regulatory / compliance / scientific requirements

Advanced knowledge of the principles, concepts and practices applicable to a wide range of work in a scientific area, and broad knowledge of principles and concepts in other areas

Expertise in project management and strategic planning

Excellent leadership and organization skills

Data management experience

Ability to share knowledge and transfer own skills to the research team

Thorough understanding of research methods and ethics

Ability to develop and manage budgets

Knowledge of University of Calgary culture, policies, procedures and operations an asset

Application Deadline : April 30, 2024

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is classified in the Research Career Band, Level 4 of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website .

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age.

Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking.

It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups . Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca .

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We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here.

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