ABOUT SUNNYBROOK AND THE HARQUAIL CENTRE FOR NEUROMODULATION

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is one of Canada’s premiere academic health sciences centres, with 1.2 million patient visits annually and $100 million of research funding each year. The Hurvitz Brain Sciences Program (HBSP) is a dedicated platform for the treatment and research of the most common and challenging brain conditions, building on several decades of history and tradition at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in the management of brain disease. Sunnybrook is at the forefront of advances in neuromodulation, a field that uses innovative technologies to influence brain circuitry. In 2018, we established the Harquail Centre for Neuromodulation (HCN) within HBSP, which has grown to be among Canada’s most comprehensive centres and among the world’s first to offer a complete range of neuromodulation strategies in one state-of-the-art facility. Given the exponential growth of this area and the resultant strong public and academic interest, HCN aims to expand our impact within the local, national and international community.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a strategic, detail driven Finance, Strategy and Sustainability Manager to oversee the financial, sustainability and communication functions of HCN. This role holds responsibility for the financial oversight of centre funds, including research accounts, operational budgets and external funding partnerships. The candidate will cultivate partnerships with granting agencies and internal foundation, ensuring financial integrity, while providing insights to support the center’s long-term growth and sustainability. In addition, they will be responsible for developing and executing public facing materials and strategies, enhancing recruitment to HCN treatment programs, increasing internal and external visibility of HCN research and clinical activities and solidify the centre’s virtual footprint.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3- 5 years experience with finances, accounting, business/communications administration
• Strong knowledge in the conduct of clinical research or academic funding programs
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, fund management, financial reporting & reconciliation practices
• Detail-orientated, and organized worker
• Health system knowledge and strong sense of integrity
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize & work under the pressure of multiple deadlines & concurrent projects
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships and coordinate teams of varying backgrounds while ensuring targets & objectives are met
• Team player and self-starter with the ability to work efficiently & independently
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite & proficiency with accounting software an asset
• Knowledge of medical/neuroscience terminology is an asset
• Exceptional written and verbal English communications skills, to communicate in person, by phone and email.

In addition, you will be expected to:

• Work within the larger context of Hospital and Research Institute rules and regulations, policies, procedures, practices, safety procedures and current legislation, in particular the Human Rights Code regarding discrimination and harassment.
• Ensure the confidentiality of patient, employee and Hospital information at all times.
• Work cooperatively and constructively with the other members of staff.
• Perform the above functions in a manner which reflects Sunnybrook Health Sciences Hospital & Sunnybrook Research Institute philosophy and mission of service, while promoting and maintaining good public relations with patients, visitors and staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and reconcile multiple account balances to ensure accuracy and compliance with institutional policies
• Support contract review and clinical trial sub-award negotiations (clinical trial, funding and service agreements) as needed
• Develop comprehensive proposals or funding requests and deliver presentations to key groups to secure funding for projects and initiatives
• Manage the allocation, tracking and forecasting of funds, ensuring proper use and timely reporting
• Lead the HCN Sustainability and Strategy Committee
• Oversee grants and awards in excess of $10 Million
• Support capital purchasing and where required for limited tendering involved, according to hospital policy (experience with electronic purchasing portal systems an asset).
• Create and deliver impactful communications that promote HCN clinical and research activities, thereby enhancing recruitment to trials and treatments, and increased public engagement and interest.