Research Lab Coordinator (1 Year Term)
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- University of Toronto
- Location
- Toronto, ON
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians, Institutional & Business Affairs, Institutional Research & Planning
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Date Posted: 11/22/2024
Req ID: 40789
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00057454
Description:
About us:
The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity https://kpe.utoronto.ca/.
Your opportunity:
This position is in the research lab of Professor Amy Kirkham in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education and the ‘Cardiometabolic, Oncology, Diet and Exercise in Women’ (CODE-W) research centre. The lab and research centre characterize the intersection of cancer, cardiovascular, and metabolic disease in women and develop lifestyle interventions (exercise, diet, rehabilitation, etc) to prevent or ameliorate these conditions.
The Research Lab Coordinator's primary purpose is to be responsible for the maintenance or control of research-related activities,in collaboration with other team members, for two different multi-centre randomized controlled trials of lifestyle interventions in women with breast (IMPACT) and endometrial cancer (RESILIENCE). The position will assist with recruitment, screening, and scheduling of patients for study assessments performed in the lab, then assisting with data collection and tracking of study progress.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Scheduling study participants for assessments
- Collecting data during study assessments
- Disseminating and collecting research questionnaires
- Providing some care to prevent physical harm by following safety screening criteria for participants
- Tracking and collecting information on project progress
- Maintaining a database of screened and enrolled participants
- Documenting and maintaining standard operating procedures
- Exchanging information in progress meetings with the study principal investigator, other team members in Toronto and Edmonton
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Nutrition Sciences, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Physiology, Human Biology, Medicine or other closely related field that involves application to humans
- Minimum of one year of experience in research, project management, or administrative work involving humans, preferably clinical or vulnerable populations
- Experience in clinical settings (either research or healthcare) is an asset, including experience interacting with both clinicians and patients
- Strong oral and written communication, team and customer service skills, and an ability to exercise judgment within established guidelines
- Strong leadership, communication, organization, problem solving, interpersonal skills, and professional demeanor
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to work both independently, and in a team environment
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and to multi-task while remaining organized and diligent
To be successful in this role you will be:
- Approachable
- Communicator
- Multi-tasker
- Organized
- Problem solver
- Team player
Note: This appointment is for a 1-year term, with the possibility of renewal
Closing Date: 12/03/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Grant - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 05 -- $52,481. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $67,115. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching
Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.
Job Segment: Oncology, Physiology, Rehabilitation, Nutrition, Healthcare, Research
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Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada's largest university, recognized as a global leader in research and teaching. U of T's distinguished faculty, institutional record of groundbreaking scholarship and wealth of innovative academic opportunities continually attract outstanding students and academics from around the world.
U of T is committed to providing a learning experience that benefits from both a scale almost unparalleled in North America and from the close-knit learning communities made possible through its college system and academic divisions. Located in and around Toronto, one of the world's most diverse regions, U of T's vibrant academic life is defined by a unique degree of cultural diversity in its learning community.The University is sustained environmentally by three green campuses, where renowned heritage buildings stand beside award-winning innovations in architectural design.
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Employees have access to:
- Excellent health and dental benefits;
- On-site support for training and career development;
- Flexible work arrangements;
- Childcare subsidy;
- Tuition waivers;
- Scholarships and/or tuition waivers for dependants;
- Generous paid time off;
- Support on equity and diversity issues;
- On-site child care;
- University Pension Plan;
- Subsidized athletic facility membership;
- World-renowned libraries;
- Confidential counselling services;
- Parking and TTC Metropasses;
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan;
- Continued health benefits for pensioners.
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