Research Coordinator

Competition 2103

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Trust/Research Academic Staff Agreement, this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $59,822 to $82,266. This position has an initial appointment of 2 years.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

Working for the School of Public Health

The Health Technology and Policy Unit (HTPU), School of Public Health undertakes applied policy research commissioned by provincial and federal governments.  The principal role of this position is to support the Unit’s role in the provincial government’s Health Evidence Reviews Program. This position is expected to (1) contribute to the production of health evidence reviews as per negotiated contribution agreements with sponsors. (1) support the administration and development of activities of the Unit.

Position Summary

This position reports to the Director, HTPU. It is for a 2-year term, renewable subject to the continuation of the Health Evidence Reviews Program of the Government of Alberta.

Duties 

• Undertaking extraction of data from published and grey literature sources
• Tabulating these data and prepare synthesis reports, in order to meet prescribed deadlines as agreed to with sponsors
• Completing systematic and scoping reviews and meta- analyses as needed
• Performing interviews as needed on specific projects, interpreting and synthesizing findings
• Managing and cleaning administrative health data
• Performing basic quantitative analyses (e.g., descriptive statistics, inter-group comparisons)
• Preparing graphs and charts for presentation in reports and slide decks
• Assisting in manuscript preparation
• Preparing regular project status reports as required by sponsors
• Facilitating the addition of new financial sponsorships and cooperative agreements for the Unit
• Managing project timelines and ensuring that prompt and superior service is delivered to sponsors and interested parties
• Acting as liaison with external parties on matters relating to the procurement of services and materials for research and development activities
• Speaking on behalf of the Unit's Director as delegated
• Dealing with vendors and suppliers of services and supplies to the Unit

Qualifications

• University degree (post graduate degree preferred), preferably in public administration or business management. Additional training in management and problem-solving techniques would be an asset
• Five or more years combined experience in managing technical personnel, students and complex activities. These experiences should be gained in areas of organization, research and development, and teaching.
• Five or more years of broad and well-rounded technical experience, predominantly in a research environment
• Knowledge and experience dealing with various levels of government and private sector companies
• Familiarity with a wide variety of computer software
• Basic knowledge of database management and information systems Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and computing skills Flexible, professional and willing to take initiative