Research Coordinator, Psychology, Faculty of Arts

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts invites applications for a Research Coordinator. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 6 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

The Research Coordinator will report to the Principal Investigator (PI) on a project focused on teen dating violence prevention through gender-based healthy relationships promotion. This project is federally funded. The overall purpose of this project is to develop the evidence base for a community-facilitated, gender-based healthy relationships program for mid-adolescent boys. The Research Coordinator will work 35 hours per week Monday to Friday, but occasional evening, weekend requirements may be required. Some travel for this position may be required.

The Research Coordinator (RC) will be responsible for the coordination and administration of the overall research project, and for applying to Research Ethics Boards, supporting the PI with grant reporting, expense reporting, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, and contributing to writing reports and manuscripts. The RC will plan, organize and lead activities related to the project including organizing and facilitating quantitative and qualitative data collection, liaising with project sites and community partners, supporting data entry, and leading a team of research assistants. The Research Coordinator will work independently on day to day duties, providing direct support to the PI.

Position Description

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

The Research Coordinator is accountable for the following key areas:

• Coordination and administration of the overall research project.
• Annual grant reporting for project funder.
• Project expense reporting.
• Research ethics board applications and monitoring.
• Initial data cleaning and analysis.
• Monitoring of project deliverables.
• Completing assigned and scheduled tasks under own initiative with limited direct supervision.

Tasks and duties will include:

• Assisting the PI with providing direction to administrative and research staff and students in the assignment of tasks and duties.
• Managing own time effectively and ensuring PI is kept informed of activities and progress of work.
• Participating in the core research team meetings involving researchers, partners, and research assistants (~5-8 people). The RC will be expected to provide study updates, maintain meeting notes/minutes, and contribute to discussions.
• Properly managing research files and documents as outlined in the protocols. For instance, storing files in the appropriate manner.
• Coordinating and conducting data collection.
• Maintaining detailed and organized project documentation (both electronic and physical files; includes storing and managing the files).
• Contributing to manuscript preparation and academic and non-academic knowledge translation including working with the team to research and gather information for the development of academic publications based on the research as well as developing research posters and presentations based on study findings.
• Other related duties as assigned. Specific duties will vary with the needs and stage of development of the project.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Minimum Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Development, Public Health or other area related to prevention science required
• 2-3 years of experience in coordinating research programs or projects is required
• Minimum of 1 year related experience working in human subjects research with children and/or adolescents is a strong asset
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered including:
  • Extensive experience with quantitative data analysis and management required
  • Prior experience working with community partners on research projects a strong asset
  • Ability to plan and direct research and administrative activities within a team environment
  • Ability to provide support to other members of the team and related units or teams
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint) is required
  • Experience with SPSS (and other quantitative software) and REDCap a strong asset
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and organizational skills required
  • Demonstrated ability in professional writing, preparing reports and conducting literature reviews for the purpose of presentation and publication

Application Deadline:  February 9, 2023

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.

Additional Information

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 2.

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