Date Posted: 11/22/2024Req ID: 40789Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical EducationDepartment: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical EducationCampus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Position Number: 00057454Description:About us:The University of Toronto's Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research, and the delivery of sport, recreation, and high-performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty, and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity, and diversity.Your opportunity:This position is in the research lab of Professor Amy Kirkham in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education and the 'Cardiometabolic, Oncology, Diet and Exercise in Women' (CODE-W) research centre. The lab and research centre characterize the intersection of cancer, cardiovascular, and metabolic disease in women and develop lifestyle interventions (exercise, diet, rehabilitation, etc.) to prevent or ameliorate these conditions.The Research Lab Coordinator's primary purpose is to be responsible for the maintenance or control of research-related activities, in collaboration with other team members, for two different multi-centre randomized controlled trials of lifestyle interventions in women with breast (IMPACT) and endometrial cancer (RESILIENCE). The position will assist with recruitment, screening, and scheduling of patients for study assessments performed in the lab, then assisting with data collection and tracking of study progress.Your responsibilities will include:Scheduling study participants for assessmentsDisseminating and collecting research questionnairesProviding some care to prevent physical harm by following safety screening criteria for participantsTracking and collecting information on project progressMaintaining a database of screened and enrolled participantsDocumenting and maintaining standard operating proceduresExchanging information in progress meetings with the study principal investigator and other team members in Toronto and EdmontonEssential Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Nutrition Sciences, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Physiology, Human Biology, Medicine, or other closely related field that involves application to humansMinimum of one year of experience in research, project management, or administrative work involving humans, preferably clinical or vulnerable populationsExperience in clinical settings (either research or healthcare) is an asset, including experience interacting with both clinicians and patientsStrong oral and written communication, team and customer service skills, and an ability to exercise judgment within established guidelinesStrong leadership, communication, organization, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and professional demeanorAbility to work both independently and in a team environmentAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and to multi-task while remaining organized and diligentTo be successful in this role you will be:ApproachableMulti-taskerOrganizedTeam playerNote: This appointment is for a 1-year term, with the possibility of renewal.Closing Date: 12/03/2024, 11:59PM ETEmployee Group: USWAppointment Type: Grant - TermSchedule: Full-TimePay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 05 -- $52,481 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $67,115. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.Job Category: Research Administration & TeachingLived Experience Statement:Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes.Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact ******.
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