Research Project Coordinator

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The School of Occupational Therapy

Western's School of Occupational Therapy believes in the transformative power of occupation. Through a commitment to social justice, social inclusion, and health and well being, faculty members and students engage in teaching, research and learning that creates positive change locally, nationally and internationally.

Teaching and research in the School of Occupational Therapy is enhanced through a network of international and interprofessional collaborations that broadens the understanding of occupation and motivates students impact the world at individual and societal levels.

Western's School of Occupational Therapy is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of occupational therapy and occupational science to create and enact transformational research that benefits society and improves the lives of individuals, families and communities from local to international levels.

Responsibilities

The Project Coordinator/Manager will be responsible for supporting and overseeing all aspects of one or more projects within a research group, department, or Faculty. The incumbent will coordinate and provide ongoing leadership of the project, and manage all project phases by setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing progress and results. The incumbent will engage various stakeholders, ensure project support and sponsorship, and provide leadership and direction to the project team.

Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of three interconnected research projects focused on driving under the influence of Cannabis (DUIC), including research with racialized youth, a social media prevention intervention, and analysis of DUIC related messaging on social media
- Coordinate project activities, timelines, deliverables, resources, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful implementation and achievement of project objectives
- Coordinate and support research activities across multiple projects, including online participant recruitment, implementation of social media interventions, online data collection, and social media data gathering
- Ensure all research activities are conducted in accordance with approved study protocols, ethics requirements, privacy standards, and institutional policies and procedures
- Provide operational leadership and coordination to research assistants, students and collaborators across the project portfolio
- Facilitate team meetings, monitor project progress, maintain project documentation and support effective communication among investigators, research partners, community collaborators and other stakeholders
- Monitor project milestones, budgets, risks and deliverables, identifying and addressing operational challenges as they arise
- Contribute to project reports, research outputs and knowledge mobilization activities
- Support the dissemination of research findings through presentations, publications, community engagement initiatives and other relevant knowledge translation activities

Qualifications

Education:
- Undergraduate Degree; Project Management Professional certification preferred

Experience:
- 2 years' work experience in a related field
- Experience supporting health research, social science research, community-based research, or multi-stakeholder projects is preferred
- Experience coordinating multiple concurrent projects and managing competing priorities

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- Familiarity with best practices in building a strong collaborative team and leading people
- Familiarity with project life cycles and project management methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and coordinate multiple projects involving a variety of stakeholders and competing priorities
- Knowledge of research ethics processes, research compliance requirements, and data management practices
- Project management skills to ensure team roles are clear, milestones are communicated and deadlines are met
- Familiarity with best practices for change management
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, presentations and project documentation
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with online survey and data collection platforms is considered an asset
- Well developed interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Results-oriented with the ability to motivate and support team members in achieving project goals
- Ability to work effectively with students, staff, faculty, research participants, community partners and other members of the University community
- Strong client service focus and commitment to achieving outcomes

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.