Research Operations Manager - Pre-Clinical Research-camh

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The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada’s largest academic health sciences centre dedicated to mental health and addiction. Pre-Clinical research at CAMH is focused on diverse interests, including pre-clinical brain imaging, genetics, and translational models of mental health and addictions. A notable goal is to enhance synthesis among these domains and among researchers and their staff, which is one of the several critically important roles for the Research Operations Manager. Additionally the successful candidate will ensure that appropriate administrative structures are in place to support all the scientists in the area.

Reporting to the Director, People, Space and Integrity, and the Scientific Director of the Brian Health Imaging Centre and Pre-Clinical Research, the full-time, permanent Research Operations Manager will support ongoing research activities for molecular and pre-clinical scientists, including:

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: Biosafety, Safety, Contract Development, Research Ethics Board, Animal Care Committee, 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.

You will possess a Masters degree in a research related field in the mental health domain (e.g. psychology, neuroscience, etc.) and at least three (3) years of relevant research operations management experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities.

You will possess a good understanding of the Canadian and U.S. grant funding landscape. The candidate will have demonstrated experience in hospital/grant accounting and reporting as well as proven analytical, organizational, conceptual, and decision-making skills in a dynamic fast-paced environment. Experience managing staff is required and management in a unionized environment is an asset. The candidate will possess superior leadership and communication skills, both written and verbal. Candidates require the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language are an asset. Candidates will be proficient in the following software applications: Access, Excel, RedCap, or other database software.

Salary Range: Competitive salary and benefits package.