Job Description

The Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute (LKSKI) and the Keenan Research Centre for Biomedical Science (KRCBS) are seeking two highly skilled Project Managers to join their teams. These institutions prioritize translating their research into practical applications that benefit patients and improve the quality of healthcare. The Keenan Research Centre for Biomedical Sciences conducts basic and clinical research to understand diseases and develop new ways to diagnose and treat them while the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute focuses on enhancing the quality of healthcare delivery and improving patient outcomes. These institutions are organized into four scientific pillars:

• Critical Care (LKSKI)
• Urban and Community Health (LKSKI)
• Organ Injury and Repair (KRCBS)
• Brain Health and Wellness (KRCBS)

As part of the Unity Health Toronto Research Strategic Plan, the four scientific pillars of world-class research and innovation are led by a Pillar Director. Each Project Manager will primarily support two of the Pillar Directors. The Project Managers will be responsible for implementing and managing new projects, evaluating and improving existing projects, and performing administrative duties. These positions will require a combination of onsite and remote work, and the successful candidate will be expected to have a high level of adaptability and flexibility in managing their workload accordingly.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Pillar Directors to ensure projects are aligned with institutional objectives.
• Ensures appropriate mechanisms are in place for the optimal delivery of projects, including best practices guidelines and tools for the effective management and execution of projects.
• Prepares project plans, deliverables, schedules and timelines to meet identified goals,
• Develops and manages communication(s) and other initiatives that will advance project goals and objectives.
• Lead all associated project activities and organize meetings with appropriate parties to facilitate achieving objectives.
• Track and monitor project progress against scheduled milestones and report status to team/stakeholders including forecasts and budget updates.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed and timely project annual updates and reports.
• Identify issues where project work differs from the plan and work within the various committees/teams to create corrective actions.
• Plan or assist with large-scale events such as symposiums or annual retreats.
• Organize center-wide awards and talks/seminars/workshops involving local, national, and international speakers.
• Manage event budgets and timelines.
• Provide on-site event support as needed.
• Manage and maintain project-related documents and databases.
• Prepare and distribute project-related reports and presentations.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings
• Provide general administrative support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a recognized Bachelor?s Degree or demonstrable equivalent combination of specialized education and experience
• One (1) to two (2) years project management experience an asset
• Evidence of working towards project management certification/education an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate information/ideas, in a manner that is easily understood by others
• Strong time management ability
• Excellent problem recognition and problem solving skills
• Very good organizational and time management skills
• Very good problem recognition and problem solving skills with the ability to deal with situations where information is difficult to obtain, complex or ambiguous
• Ability to think on your own and pay close attention to detail
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and listening skills
• Excellent computer skills e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Detail oriented with very good analytical skills related to proposal development/project management
• Ability to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner
• Ability to effectively analyze problems, interpret needs and develop creative solutions
• Ability to undertake report generation, analysis and project implementation
• Demonstrated team player with the ability to be flexible and adaptable to change

As a condition of employment, all external hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation unless a valid accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code exists. Please note, if you are extended an offer of employment, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination in Ontario QR Code format. All internal candidates must be in compliance with Unity Health Toronto?s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.