| POSITION TITLE |
Project Coordinator I |
| DEPARTMENT |
LTRI (SUMMIT) |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
Temporary, Full-Time |
| HOURS OF WORK |
37.5 hours per week |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non-Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Principal Investigator |
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute of Sinai Health System, a University of Toronto affiliated research centre, is one of the world's leading centres in biomedical research. With ground-breaking discoveries in research areas such as diabetes, genetic disorders, cancer and women’s and infants’ health, the Institute is committed to excellence in health research and the training of young investigators. Strong partnerships with the clinical programs of Sinai Health System ensure that scientific knowledge is used to promote human health. Your significant contributions will assist in maintaining our momentum in advancing our research.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
We welcome applications for a Project Coordinator to work on the SUMMIT trial. The Project Coordinator is an integral part of the busy and dynamic lab, led by Clinician Scientist and Principal Investigator, Dr. Daisy Singla, at the Lunenfeld Tanenbaum Research Institute. In this role, the specific focus will be to work on research projects focused on promoting access to brief, evidence-based psychological treatments and related large grant applications (e.g. PCORI, Wellcome, GCC). The research projects include the large, multi-site trial referred to as the Scaling Up Maternal Mental healthcare by Increasing access to Treatment (SUMMIT) study, funded by PCORI. The aim of the trial is to examine scalable models to improve evidence-based psychological treatments for perinatal depression and anxiety. The Project Coordinator will report to the Study PI (Dr. Daisy Singla).
Responsibilities of the Project Coordinator I include but are not limited to:
- Coordinate and otherwise assist in all aspects of large grant application preparation, including project proposals and milestones, responses to reviewers
- Prepare tables, charts and presentations to present research information to management.
- Prepare written correspondence, reports and presentations using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
- Prepare internal and external-facing communications; liaise with various stakeholders, clinicians, and research staff
- Facilitate and organize meetings.
- Prepare work plan and schedules for projects as assigned, and monitor project progress on regular basis, reporting the same to management.
- Review and recommend improvements to existing trial procedures and oversee implementation of new procedures.
- Provide oversight and direction to Research Assistants working on assigned projects.
- Provide ongoing training and mentorship to Research Assistants to facilitate capacity building among the project team.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Successful completion of a university degree in a relevant field including public health, psychology, and/or health sciences.
- Minimum of 2-years related experience in a research environment.
- Significant, firsthand experience with large grant applications.
- Experience facilitating successful project completion including managing project timelines, delegating tasks, coordinating project team members, and overseeing progress.
- Leadership experience coordinating and overseeing Research Assistants in their project/study-related tasks.
- Experience interacting with diverse project stakeholders, including clinicians, academics, advocacy groups, participants, and providers.
- Technological competence and experience with platforms such as Google Drive, Zoom and EndNote.
- Superior organizational and time management skills with a flexibility to adjust to priorities.
- Advanced technical skills and proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to make decisions and to exercise good judgement
- Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work with a variety of individuals in a co-operative manner both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work conscientiously and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
In accordance with Institute’s policy and legislated health and safety requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures, and training. Successful candidates will be required to provide two (2) written reference letters from their former employer(s)/supervisor(s).
We are a fully committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, women and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Sinai Health community. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under our Access for People with Disabilities policy. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance.
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrier-free workplace supported by the Institute’s accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.
| Posting open until November 21, 2024. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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