Program Manager Cancer Research Program - CRP Research Institute
Program Manager Cancer Research Program - CRP Research Institute
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Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RIMUHC) is a worldrenowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal Quebec the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RIMUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Qubec Sant (FRQS).
Position summary
Under the direct supervision of the Program Leader the Program Manager will facilitate all aspects of the activities of the Research Program including scientific and administrative. The Program Manager will act as the daytoday facilitator between the Program Leadership the Program members and their research teams and RIMUHC administration.
General Duties
Provides strategic advice to the Program Leader for developing planning and implementing projects that will support the goals and priorities of the Program
Facilitates the implementation of the Programs research goals through team meetings internal committees research seminars and research days and other special activities
Facilitates all aspects of research program activities including: scientific strategic administrative operational financial and technical
Establishes internal procedures to improve efficiency of the program general operations
Facilitates the development of collaborative partnerships across various research constituencies within the Research Program including research teams investigators and external collaborators and partners
Works closely with Preawards office and Business Development in expanding funding activities
Plays a lead coordination role in the preparation of the Programs major funding requests and selfeducates to acquire and/or maintain knowledge of recurrent grant application guidelines (e.g. CFI CIHR and other team grants)
Searches for targeted and individualized sources of funding
Supports researchers in grant applications including administrative or scientific internal review budget review answering any question related to a specific call. Sends targeted internal communication with key information on specific grant opportunities
Oversees program reporting activities including finances grants policies Monitors projects that are critically important to both the Program and the strategic goals of the RI Validates key performance metrics provided by the Performance office Participates in the preparation of Program documentation included but not limited to: Scientific annual reports FRQS and SAC reports RIMUHC website Program presentations
Collaborates with senior management staff on special projects Provides operational insights on internal policies and protocols as well as challenges faced by Programs Identifies and/or develops creative and possible solutions to mitigate program or member problems
Sits on and contributes to the various committees of the RIMUHC as applicable
Works closely with other Program Managers on common initiatives Organizes and hosts monthly RIMUHC Managers meetings
Coordinates research space allocation for all Program members in need of space at CTB Provides advice for research space distribution and lab space management to the program leadership and implements Program space allocation decision Manages space allocated to the Program including trainees room administrative desks and flex workstations Participates in discussions and planning of renovations to the research space
Manages Program common equipment Liaises with Technical Services and Biomedical Department as needed Aids Program members in the purchasing financing and maintenance of key research equipment
Works closely with the Performance office to organize the Program review of the RIMUHC studentship applications
Oversees internal and external communications and facilitates the development of a Program specific communication strategy in collaboration with the Communication Department Prepares internal communication and promotional materials
Shares best practices and resources to support specific Program directions and projects
Facilitates community engagement
Onboards research staff and trainees to the RIMUHC and facilitates the identification of mentors
Plans and accounts for the human financial and material resource allocation reserved for the Program
Manages Program administrative staff including the program assistant(s) and/or technical coordinators and oversees Program administrative services offered.
Required Skills
Excellent French and English spoken and written
Knowledge of complex scientific and analytical procedures and experiments
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong writing skills with prior publications in peerreviewed journals
Problem assessment and problem solving abilities
Information gathering and information monitoring
Selfmotivated and ability to work independently or with teams with minimum direction and/or supervision.
Additional information
Status : Temporary FullTime 35hour workweek) 1 year duration.
Pay Scale: $60860.80 $113003.80/ yearly. Commensurate with education & work experience.
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Work Site: GLEN Site 1001 boul. Decarie
***If you wish to include a cover letter please attach it with your resume in one document. ***
Why work with us
4week vacation 5th week after 5 years
Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations)
13 paid statutory holidays
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
Telemedicine
RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
Training and professional development opportunities
Child Care Centres
Corporate Discounts (OPUS Perkopolis)
Competitive monthly parking rate
Employee Assistance Program
Recognition Program
Flex work options and much more!
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Equal Opportunity Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who selfidentify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities women Indigenous persons persons with disabilities ethnic minorities and 2SLGBTQIA persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
