Research Manager - TAY Cohort Study, Clinical Research-camh

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The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is currently seeking a full-time, contract (12 month) Research Manager to support the Toronto Adolescent and Youth (TAY) CAMH Cohort study, a 5-year research study that will recruit and follow 1,500 youth to determine who is at highest risk of developing psychosis and the relationship between risk and functional outcomes. For this cross cutting initiative, the Research Manager will have functional reporting to the study PIs and report to the TAY study Research Operations Manager. The Research Manager will oversee all neuropsychological, cognitive, biological and imaging components of the TAY study including related/intersecting sub-studies.

Key accountabilities include:

The successful candidate will work with the Research Operations, Services and Support Office to ensure alignment of research operations, meet and maintain institutional, regulatory standards and department requirements, including Legal, Information and Privacy Office, Research Ethics Board, Finance, People and Experience, Quality Assurance.

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 1001 Queen Street West, with travel between sites (Queen & College Street) as necessary. This role requires on-site presence with the opportunity of remote work on occasion.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s Degree in a related field (e.g. psychology, neuroscience) and 3 years of relevant research experience is required, and at least 2 years of progressive research leadership experience. Previous research or service with individuals and/or families with mental health is required. In addition, the successful candidate will possess the following skills:

Please Note: This full-time, 12-month, contract position is NOT part of any Bargaining Unit.

Salary Range: Competitive Salary and Benefit Package

If you are interested in this position, please ensure that you apply before 5pm of the closing date. If your application is received past 5pm of the closing date, your application will not be accepted.