Director, Research Ethics

at  Alberta Innovates

DIRECTOR, RESEARCH ETHICS

The Director, Research Ethics provides leadership, direction and project management of ethics programs focused on processes, systems and platforms that support research and innovation projects in Alberta. Primary responsibilities include leading the identification, development, implementation, evaluation and ongoing operations of ethics, training, and other initiatives to build infrastructure, capacity building, support common platforms and streamline ethics review processes in Alberta.

QUALIFICATIONS;

• Masters level in related field(s) plus a minimum of 5 - 10 years’ experience in development of major systems and processes in a health related environment.
• 8 years of experience in a managerial role managing teams and operations
• A minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience in research ethics, project ethics, clinical trials and related topics .
• Demonstrated knowledge of about the health system generally and Alberta’s system specifically
• Understands the process of research and the ethics review process
• Knowledgeable and experienced in project management and in facilitating collaboration and partnerships
• Strong innovation management skills including creativity, problem solving and continuous improvement; risk management/risk taking skills; relationship building skills and implementation skills.
• Demonstrated strategic agility including ability to create a shared vision, critical listening skills; able to synthesize multiple streams of input and identify key issues.
• Skilled in systems thinking and problem solving
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with taking risks and demonstrates tolerance for ambiguity and set backs
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and an enthusiastic proactive thinker
• Comfortable and effective in dealing with people at all levels in various organizations
• Promotes strong team environment
• Part of established networks in the health sector (government, academia, industry, health delivery)
  Why Alberta Innovates?
  We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business so we offer a strong benefits package and generous vacation and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance.
  The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance. All interviewees must be able to meet the requirement specified in the Physical Demand Analysis. This document will be supplied during the interview process to the successful candidate. This competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

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