Program Manager - Cardiovascular Surgery Research

About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Reporting to the head of cardiovascular surgery and the Labatt Family Heart Centre Research Manager, the Program Manager will work to support the daily research operations of the Cardiovascular Surgery Research Program.

Here’s what you’ll get to do

• Program Management of the research portfolio in the department of cardiovascular Surgery (CVS)
• Foster collaboration and communication between CVS surgeons, research collaborators and research support staff
• Oversee CVS research fellows, master’s and PhD students with protocol development, REB applications, and other academic support
• Assist in the writing of manuscripts
• Assist with the writing of grant proposals and the submission of grant applications for CVS
• Managing daily lab maintenance, including record keeping of equipment calibration and maintenance records
• Oversite of research echo lab research students and fellows including offering academic support for workflow optimization, data analysis and writing
• Facilitation of lab and research meetings
• Manage day to day operations of CVS research

Here’s what you’ll need

• Master’s degree or equivalent in health-related field an asset
• 3+ Experience in health care research or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience with complex project management, including multiple projects and team leadership, including managing projects.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements governing clinical research
• Proven success at achieving results on multiple competing deadlines
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Self-motivated and proactive with an ability to organize and prioritize workflow
• Proficient computer skills to include Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion

Here’s what you’ll love

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• For more on why you’ll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment Type: 1 year contract with possibility to renew

Our Commitment to Diversity

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

How to Apply

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