Research Associate coordinating community-engaged research projects focusing on Indigenous health and wellbeing. Collaborates with community partners and research teams while contributing to various research activities.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate will work collaboratively with Indigenous community partners, research staff, students, and national collaborators to advance high-quality, community-engaged research.
You will contribute to study coordination, research ethics, data collection and analysis, knowledge mobilization, reporting, and dissemination activities.
Leads and supports the development of a community-informed cross-sectional survey examining Indigenous health, wellbeing, and related social, cultural, and health system factors within the RMWB.
Contributes to the planning and development of a longitudinal Indigenous birth cohort study, including study design, protocol development, participant recruitment strategies, data collection procedures, and longitudinal evaluation frameworks.
Supports the implementation of Indigenous research and data governance principles, including adherence to community protocols, OCAP® principles, and relevant ethical guidelines for research involving Indigenous Peoples.
Requirements
Doctor of Philosophy. A graduate degree in Epidemiology, Public Health Sciences, or a related field is preferred.
Requires 5-7 years of experience independently coordinating large research projects, with preference given to those with experience with quantitative research and formal training in statistics.
3-5 years of experience in program development and management related to maternal and child health or perinatal health research.
3-5 years of experience in reporting to multiple stakeholders and supervisors.
Expertise in developmental, maternal, and child health research.
Knowledge and understanding of healthcare research and Indigenous health research. Knowledge of evolving best practices in research methods generally, and Indigenous research methods specifically.
Experience coordinating community-based or participatory research projects would be an asset.
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
Strong writing skills for academic outputs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including managing competing priorities and deadlines.
Advanced skills in problem-solving, critical analysis, and management.
Ability to set priorities and manage workload across several projects, take initiative, and work with accountability.
Strong commitment to client service with a positive and professional approach.
Ability to travel periodically within Alberta, including to Indigenous communities in the RMWB.
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