MED Pediatrics

Competition No. -
A100850862


Closing Date -
Apr 20, 2023




This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA). In accordance with the Trust/Research Academic Staff Agreement, this position has an approximate appointment of one year and offers a comprehensive benefits package found at Faculty & Staff Benefits and annual salary range of $84,669 to $116,421 Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton, however an option for a primarily remote, hybrid or in person work arrangements will be considered Working for the University of Alberta The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Greenest Employers for over a decade. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people\xe2\x80\x94from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just. Position The Program Manager reports to the Nominated Principal Investigator of the International Network of Special Immunization Services (INSIS). INSIS is an international, multidisciplinary network that aims to combine clinical investigations with a \xe2\x80\x98multi-OMICs\xe2\x80\x99 systems biology approach to uncover risk factors and underlying mechanisms for rare adverse events following immunization. INSIS brings together experts in vaccine safety, public health, systems biology, immunology, pharmacogenomics, expert clinicians from middle- and high-income countries who interact with a range of stakeholders from vaccine developers, funders, to representatives from national and international public health organizations. The program manager will oversee a team of 2-3 staff in the INSIS Network Management Office (NMO). The Program Manager is a focal point for the network\xe2\x80\x99s control and is an essential hinge between the scientific and administrative aspects of network projects. The Program Manager provides program support and leadership to an international network, while accomplishing strategic objectives. Key responsibilities include: Planning/Organizing/Leading

• Responsible for all facets of program development and delivery, including assisting with strategic planning and execution of the strategic plan
• Responsible for the financial well-being of the Network and Project; directs financial management including the oversight and control of research project funds to ensure optimum use of financial resources
• Leading preparation of scientific reports, financial reports and financial draw requests
• Ensuring researcher and Project compliance with funders\xe2\x80\x99 and institutional policies, guidelines and regulations
• Leading grant proposal writing, through to project planning budgeting, implementation, evaluation and report writing
• In collaboration with the INSIS Data Management and Analysis Center Director at Boston
• Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital, develop and implement INSIS Standard Operating Procedures for collection and management of data and biosamples; coordinate with researchers on an ongoing basis to ensure adherence with INSIS SOPs; to support researcher data submission, data access, and analysis
• Collaborating with NPI, INSIS co-Lead and Steering Committee on network and project planning and fiscal management issues
• Organizing, coordinating, setting agendas and facilitating virtual and in-person internal project meetings, and virtual and in-person meetings of INSIS researchers with external stakeholders
• Leading development, implementation, and evaluation of an internal and external communication strategy
• Monitoring and evaluating performance outcomes from sub-sites
• Serving as a key liaison with academic, government, industry and not-for-profit partners and stakeholders
• Acting as the primary interface with the INSIS Data Management and Analysis Center Director and site coordinators
• Seeking, building and maintaining relationships with researchers and their research teams; administration at the University of Alberta and partner universities; partner organizations;
• Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations; Brighton Collaboration/Safety Platform for
• Emergency Vaccines Project; Global Vaccine Data Network; and other stakeholder and end users
• Cultivating exceptional relations with all Project personnel
• Contributing to preparation of scientific papers, presentations, and other forms of written and oral communications intended for diffusion to scientific, stakeholder, end user, and lay public audiences

Program and Services Administration

• Briefing the NPI on network progress on per need basis
• Leading writing/presenting INSIS reports on per need basis to varied audiences
• Writing and disseminating mid-term/annual reports for funding agencies (or on per need basis)
• Developing and writing policies pertaining to the network in collaboration with the INSIS Data
• Management and Analysis Center Director
• Participating on key committees as appropriate
• Handling Human Resources responsibilities, including appointments, contracts, reappointments, onboarding and offboarding of NMO staff
• Managing the NMO budget according to approved expenditures
• Alongside finance team, preparing and summarizing budget reports for the NPI and INSIS co-lead
• Identifying learning and training needs for program and service staff and assisting in providing needed training
• Seeking and attending supplemental professional training and development on per need basis

Minimum Qualifications The candidate must have experience in a related scientific field and in project management or other management position.

• Masters or PhD in health administration, project management, public health, epidemiology or health services field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience within a university, hospital, or comparable environment
• Experience writing, editing, and reviewing grant submissions and other academic material
• Experience in research administration and program coordination in an academic environment, or related health sciences
• Understands Research Ethics, in concept and practice; demonstrable experience providing budget management and reporting oversight
• Excellent project management skills and experience
• Certified in project management fundamentals
• Core qualifications in health research, program evaluation, health management, research methodologies and policy development
• Understands the academic research community, especially in public health sectors
• Working knowledge of federal, provincial and other private/public funding agencies
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including experience with preparation of reports and presentations
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, MS Project)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Operates effectively, tactfully and diplomatically with a diverse range of internal and external constituents
• Proven track record in timeline-driven, milestone-oriented projects a priority.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines in a dynamic team environment is required.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness, enthusiasm and innovation are all considered positive attributes.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills are important.
• A willingness to take on new challenges and learn new skills is also important

How to Apply Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.