Job Description

Description

The

Department of Medicine

in the

Cumming School of Medicine

invites applications for a

Project Manager

. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.


The Protecting Every Pregnancy Canada (Pep-C) Lab is aimed at preventing infection-related maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. It brings together care providers and thought leaders from Obstetrics & Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Community Health Sciences and Patient-Oriented Research.


The Project Manager coordinates and supervises administrative processes of the lab. The Project Manager provides clear direction to staff in a fast changing environment and is responsible for making complex decisions related to the research lab.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

(job functions include but are not limited to):


Project & Research Management:

Develop project timelines, monitor project deadlines and outcomes, and complete project closeout processes Ensure meticulous budget oversight, including allocating, monitoring, and reporting to funding bodies Manage activities and research tasks with various internal and external stakeholders Present project progress at conferences and meetings to encourage collaboration Coordinate the assembly and submission of papers for publication Coordinate the assembly and submission of provincial and national grants to obtain funding

Staff Management:

Responsible for working with Principal investigator to determine positions that would support the strategic goals of the Research group Manage the creation job profiles, hiring, and onboarding of staff. Perform and engage staff in annual performance reviews Manage performance and development of individual team members to maximize success and motivation When required, perform disciplinary actions, including terminations Oversees the complete range of human resource management for operational staff Ensures all staff have a required certifications and training to meet requirements of the team Coach and mentor students and staff

Qualifications / Requirements:

Relevant Post-baccalaureate certificate or degree required 8-10 years of project management experience Knowledge of research methods including GCP Experience hiring and managing staff in a unionized environment Knowledge of research administrative procedures is required Excellent leadership and organizational skills Must possess above-average interpersonal and communication skills Self-directed, enthusiastic and honest in performance of duties Ability to manage time effectively and determine priorities as well as delegate tasks appropriately Hold a strong understanding of the University environment including eFin, IRISS, HR & Legal Services Knowledgeable in grant writing and in writing medical/scientific research protocols Experience in writing medical/scientific literature for publication Experience in working with internal/external teams to manage and grow a project and/or program

Application Deadline:

September 18, 2025

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.


This position is classified in the

Research Career Band, Level 3

of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework.


For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our

Management and Staff Careers website

.

About the University of Calgary

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