Research Associate Réseau santé numérique (Research Institute)

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned 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 RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
The RSNs mission is to act as a catalyst for the development of digital health research in Quebec to guide an open inclusive trusted and sustainable digital health transformation. The RSN aspires to collaborate with all FRQS thematic networks as well as with other health research networks in Quebec Canada and internationally. The RSNs objectives are:
(i)to consolidate the digital health research ecosystem
(ii)to create a network across digital health research institutions and
(iii)to forge closer links with stakeholders decision- makers and citizens.


The incumbent will support and report to the executive director and to the scientific director and co-directors of the RSN and will be responsible for advancing the research activities of the RSN network. This person will be expected to maintain a working knowledge of national digital health initiatives relevant to the RSNs mandate and will support the RSN executive team in advancing the mandates of the scientific committee and carrying out the scientific activities outlined in the RSN roadmaps.

General Duties
RESEARCH
Engages in research activities such as literature reviews data collection knowledge development and dissemination
Collects and monitor the networks key performance indicators
Assists with reports and manuscripts
Advances the scientific committees mandate such as writing the networks funding programs.

COLLABORATION
Maintains a working knowledge of national digital health initiatives relating to the RSN mandate
Supports the coordination and facilitation of workshops and collaborative sessions related to the RSNs strategic roadmap and priority-setting initiatives
Contributes to the development implementation and follow-up of strategic planning activities across the network
Participates in fostering and maintaining partnerships among academic researchers government and non-governmental organizations on behalf of RSN Network
Works collaboratively with Network Axes and RSN supporting partners
Supports the development and implementation of tools for operations management (i.e. templates documents checklists guidelines terms of reference organization of information)
Promotes mechanisms to ensure a culture of collaboration and information sharing across the network.



COMMUNICATION

Maintains effective communication through oral and written correspondence ensuring adequate documentation.




ADMINISTRATION
Tracks project deliverables and milestones and ensures network governance axis leaders and committee members are aware of their responsibilities and timelines.


FINANCIAL/REPORTING
Supports the development of frameworks for project evaluation and monitoring including performance indicator development and reporting
Supports the creation of annual reports for network members and FRQS
Assists in the compilation of progress reports and other communication with FRQS and MSSS and ensures that all required reporting is completed on-time
Supports the preparation of project budgets and forecasts.

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/ Experience

Education: Doctorate Degree
Field of Study: Health Sciences

Other education considered an asset for this position:
Digital and technological science.

Work Experience: Minimum of two (2) to five (5) years of experience in increasingly senior positions with a proven track record on results.

Required Skills

Direct experience in complex project management
Demonstrated conflict resolution skills and problem- solving
Highly autonomous effective self-starter with the ability to multi-task exercise initiative and judgement
Great commitment to accuracy of data and must be highly detail oriented
Demonstrated excellent communication organization and interpersonal skills
Excellent computer skills are required including Word Excel PowerPoint
Bilingual in French and English written and spoken.

Additional information

Status: Temporary full time (35-hour workweek) OR Temporary part-time
Pay Scale: $55692.00 to $103412.40 (full-time) OR $30.60 to $56.82/hour (part time). Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm (full-time). If part-time depending on availability
Work Site: Hybrid

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Why work with us
Full-time:
4-week 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!

Part-time
6 days of paid sick leave per year which includes a maximum of 3 personal day
Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan)
5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.

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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 self-identify 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