Research Manager - Institute for Mental Health Policy Research-camh

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada’s largest academic health sciences centre dedicated to mental health and addiction. The Institute for Mental Health Policy Research (IMHPR) at CAMH is home to leading scientific experts dedicated to informing policy and practice on mental health, substance use and addiction challenges. IMHPR scientists conduct collaborative research on communities, populations, health systems and global health, and develop and evaluate prevention and intervention initiatives to reduce mental health, substance use and addiction challenges. IMHPR is committed to equity, informed by the social determinants of health.

Position Description:
IMHPR is currently recruiting a full-time, 12-month contract, Research Manager to support on-going research activities. This role will report to the Administrative Director and Scientific Co-Directors of IMHPR. This position will manage a portfolio of projects within IMHPR as well as support for core related activities. Research activities will include (but are not limited to):

The successful candidate will work closely with the Research Operations, Services and Support Office, and will collaborate with other CAMH departments, to ensure alignment of research operations, meet and maintain institutional, regulatory standards and department requirements including: Safety, Contract Development, Research Ethics Board, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Support Services.

As a key member of the team, the successful incumbent will be expected to work collaboratively on projects with cross-functional teams, both internally and externally. The incumbent will champion and lead initiatives that support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable policies, procedures and legislation.

This position is located at 250 College Street, with travel between sites, as necessary. This role requires daily on-site presence with occasional remote work.