Biobank and Development Research Advisor

DEPARTMENT: Biobank

ANTICIPATED START DATE: 25 Nov 2024

BARGAINING UNIT: Management and Non-Bargaining

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Biobank Manager of the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre, the Biobank Research and Development Advisor will play a role in developing research activity initiatives to improve the efficiency and impact of the biobank. Will coordinate research activities and support new research coordinators.

Must also be able to analyze emerging trends and needs in translational research to identify new development opportunities for the biobank. In terms of knowledge translation, will provide knowledge transfer expertise, including knowledge synthesis, dissemination and translation.

The Biobank Research and Development Advisor will also be responsible for managing, developing and optimizing processes related to the collection, storage and use of tumour biospecimens. This position will play a key role in developing and improving research protocols while ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in science, nursing, health sciences or a similar discipline;
• Post-graduate university training (with at least two years' experience in health research, an academic environment, a research institution or a hospital setting);
• At least two years' experience in health research, preferably in a field related to a biobank, an academic setting, a medical research institution or a hospital setting;
• Experience in research project coordination;
• Experience in research subject recruitment and data collection;
• Experience in research protocol review and the Research Ethics Board submission process;
• IATA certification (Transport of Dangerous Goods) is an asset;
• Training or experience in social work or involving interaction with the public in a health care context is an advantage;
• Adequate understanding of medical terminology and concepts is important;
• Computer experience (MS Office);
• Good understanding of research and the major challenges related to health care systems;
• Strong analytical and organizational skills;
• Critical-thinking skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills;
• Tact and discretion;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Ingenuity (proactive);
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) in French and good knowledge of English;
• Team spirit, continuous learning and great flexibility;
• Analytical and problem-solving skills and good time management;
• Ability to perform duties and meet deadlines;
• Attention to detail;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform the assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethics principles, to the Network's management philosophy and organizational values;
• Compliance with the rules of confidentiality set by Vitalité Health Network.

NOTE:

1. Position to be reviewed by the Part III Classification Committee.

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.