Description
The Department of Medicine in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Senior Research Associate. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
This position reports to the Principal Investigator.
This position will play a critical role in the Nephrology Research Group and is focused on qualitative and quantitative health services research, working on a multiple methods project to understand the burden and experiences related to hospital readmissions among people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and develop a multifaceted, risk-informed strategy to address readmissions that integrate health equity considerations. Related activities are defining equity stratifiers within multiple provincial data sources, developing a prediction framework with end-users and co-designing a multi-faceted readmissions prevention strategy. These activities are coordinated across several working groups of researchers, qualitative and implementation scientists, patient partners, community groups, and data custodians with support from clinical informatics and epidemiologists.
The Senior Research Associate is responsible for leading select research projects, and carrying out associated daily research activities including but not limited to assistance with designing and executing studies, coordinating research projects, and overseeing the submission and maintenance of ethics applications, research contracts and similar documents. The incumbent will also be responsible for assisting in the writing of manuscripts and grant applications and will mentor learners.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) focused on health evaluation with at least 7 years of experience in a health-related discipline, business administration or equivalent. Bachelor’s Degree will be considered with relevant experience
• Advanced research experience & skills, as applied to health services research and management of health innovation projects, preferably with grant funding
• Proficient understanding of clinical risk prediction tools and their application in healthcare
• Familiarity with Alberta’s health innovation ecosystem
• Advanced understanding and experience in developing and leading nominal group technique meetings, focus groups, and interviews
• Experience engaging with patient groups and other community-based and/or advocacy organizations
• Understanding of qualitative and quantitative data analysis software to organize and analyze information and examine relationships in the data
• Strong project management skills including experience with change management, preferably in research, healthcare, or health services research sectors
• Understanding of knowledge translation principles and tools
• A clear understanding of information privacy regulations, the Health Information Act and how they apply to research, quality improvement and evaluation
• Working knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines, research ethics policies and Tri-Council policies for research involving humans
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and workflows (e.g., Epic)
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Experience and evidence to effectively present data and complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Knowledge and expertise working in a clinical / health research setting coordinating and conducting research projects with both qualitative methods and quantitative methods
• Expertise with SPSS, NVivo, REDCap and Qualtrix
  Application Deadline: August 7, 2025
  We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
  This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 3.
  For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

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