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Feast Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research - Research Coordinator (II)

Location:McMaster University, Hamilton, ON

Status:21-35 hours/week

Job ID

57314

Open Date

08/23/2023

Job Type

Limited Term (>12 months)

Close Date

09/12/2023

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

Department

School of Social Work

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 9

Salary Range

$28.72 - $44.38 (hourly)

Contract Duration

22.4 Months

Hours per Week

35

Background

The Feast Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research is a five-year, cross-Canada initiative that aims to support the development of community and academic scholars and scholarship grounded in Indigenous knowledges, decolonizing approaches, and community-based research to holistically support Sexually Transmitted Blood-borne infection (STBBI) research with Indigenous communities. This project joins key stakeholders (community, research and policy) to advance Indigenous research, programs and services in several key strategic areas related to STBBI research, prevention and care.

Grounded in a multi-conceptual framework (i.e., Indigenous and decolonizing methodologies, community-based research approaches and a strengths-based approach) the following activities will be pursued by the Feast Centre:

• Producing an edited monograph focused on Indigenous methodology/methods in the context of Indigenous STBBI research; and
• Supporting the development of culturally grounded and innovative knowledge translation products.
• Knowledge of the importance of Indigenous protocols, and of Indigenous ways of being and knowing
• Supporting publications development via writing retreats;
• Partnering with Communities, Alliances and Networks CAAN in the biannual Wise Practices Indigenous STBBI Community-based Research conference;
• Supporting the development of implementation science approaches across all research areas in ways that seek to improve equitable access to culturally relevant STBBI prevention, testing, screening, diagnosis, treatment and care;
• Supporting the meaningful inclusion of community in all Feast Centre training opportunities, but principally, in our community fellowship program;
• Supporting the use of Indigenous knowledges in the community-led development of Indigenous approaches to the prevention and care of STBBIs;
• Supporting early to late career scholars by providing support for their critical and theoretical scholarship;
• Establishing work/study programs for Indigenous students at all levels, including undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate research;

Reporting to the Centre National Director, the work of the Research Coordinator will be guided and supported by the Feast Centre Co-Leads (Jackson and Masching), the Operations Team, Governing Council, Council of Elders, and in thorough consultation with affiliated research centres. Feast Centre staff will be expected to work at McMaster University. Although working knowledge of other languages (e.g., French and/or an Indigenous language, etc.) is desired, the primary working language of the Feast Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research is English.

Job Summary:

The Research Coordinator (II) is responsible for applying specialized knowledge to initiate, implement, manage, and coordinate moderate to large research projects.

Purpose and Key Functions:

• Present at meetings, seminars, and conferences.
• Apply specialized knowledge and scientific principles to review, critically appraise and interpret published literature.
• Ensure that relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Develop estimates of time and resources for research projects.
• Develop an implementation plan for research projects.
• Write data management and operations documentation for projects.
• Coordinate and manage the collection, delivery, entry, verification, analysis, and reporting of data.
• Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, grants, and abstracts.
• Implement and maintain research project budgets. Create financial projections and make adjustments to research project budgets throughout the fiscal year.
• Interview study participants to gather qualitative and quantitative data.
• Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results.
• Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
• Conduct literature searches.
• Design promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
• Exercise appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts.
• Facilitate focus group sessions with project participants.
• Perform quantitative analyses of research data.
• Coordinate the activities of research staff and resources to ensure that projects progress in accordance with predetermined timelines.
• Oversee the design and maintenance of databases, data collection forms, error checking methods, and related programs for collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project participants.
• Liaise between the project centre and remote project sites and personnel.

Supervision:

Provide lead hand supervision and is responsible for the quality and quantity of work of others.

Provide orientation and show procedures to others.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.

Requires 5 years of relevant experience.

Assets:

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Public Health, etc.) preferredand/or five years community-based research coordination experience with an emphasis on Indigenous methodologies, community health and/or social determinants of health.
• Experience in designing presentations and public speaking at events such as conferences.
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods;
• Confident working in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment;
• A personal and professional ethical framework which appreciates, honours and centres diverse lived experiences and identities, including those of sex workers, injection drug users, street-involved people, prison-involved people, and two-spirit/gay/lesbian/bisexual/trans/non-binary/queer people.
• Strong ability to analyze and transfer research information into accessible language and knowledge of effective dissemination strategies;
• Exceptional administrative skills to support and document all research related activities and contribute to Feast reporting.
• Possess and apply excellent problem-solving skills.
• Significant understanding of Indigenous knowledges and Indigenous research methodologies, implementation and program sciences, Indigenous evaluation and strengths-based approaches in research.
• Ability to travel.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS & HCV prevention, care, treatment and support in Canada and related social and health concerns.
• Operate with a strong work ethic and maintain professionalism;
• Knowledge of and respect for GIPA/MEPA/ and MEWA principles that emphasize active engagement, leadership, collaboration and training of Indigenous people living with and at risk of STBBI.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to engage various service providers (e.g., translation, printing, hotels, etc.) to support outputs and activities.
• Excellent relationship building and conflict resolution skills with an ability to interact and work effectively with staff, Elders, community and academic organizations;
• Demonstrated ability to foster strong community connections.
• Maintain excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task;
• Solid ability to maintain accurate and detailed documentation for all research meetings, decision-making processes and activities to document progress and impact within Feast as a whole;
• Demonstrate an ability to learn and be self-directed;
• Previous experience working with Indigenous communities/organizations, Elders and/or Knowledge Keepers.
• Competencies with Indigenous cultural awareness, knowledge, and protocols.
• Maintain excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask;
• Ability to teach, supervise and provide research advice;
• Sound ability to plan and work virtually to engage with all national partners and stakeholders;
• Experience and/or knowledge of HIV and AIDS, HCV, STBBI research.
• Knowledge and experience operationalizing Indigenous principles of community engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Significant understanding of Indigenous knowledges and Indigenous research methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (ability to speak French or an Indigenous language is considered to be an asset);
• Lived experience of HIV/AIDS, HCV or other STBBI.
• Skills and experience managing social media and developing and delivering on-line events like webinars.

To apply:Please send your completed application (including cover letter, CV and one example of a sole-authored publication, report or paper) to the Feast Centre [email protected] the deadline date. Please identify that you are applying for the Research Coordinator position in the heading. Late applications will not be accepted.

We would like to thank you very much for your interest in the work of the Feast Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We strongly encourage and support applications from Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit or Métis) peoples and people living with HIV or other STBBI.

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