Project Coordinator - Jobs in London, ON

Job Description

Classification & Regular HoursHours per Week: 35Salary Grade: 13Please note, this is a 2-year, wholly grant funded, temporary full-time contract opportunity.About WesternWith an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.About UsThe Centre for Studies in Family Medicine (CSFM) is an interdisciplinary team of investigators, research, and administrative staff (approximately 50 members at present) recognized nationally and internationally as leaders in family medicine and primary health care research. The CSFM’s research is based on the principles of patient-centered care, and takes place in three contexts: clinical care; the community; and the health care system.As a primary care clinician researcher within CSFM, my program of research follows the idea that “…practice needs to be research informed, and research needs to be practice informed.” (Herbert, Carol). Diabetes and obesity are now recognized to be two of the most serious health epidemics of the 21st century, with an estimated 80% of patients with diabetes being cared for by primary healthcare practitioners. It is imperative that we continue our efforts towards these patient populations, as well as provide guidance to primary care practitioners caring for these patients.ResponsibilitiesThe Project Coordinator role will support the implementation of the LIBERATE project (LIBre Enabled Reduction of A1c Through Effective Eating and Exercise), which aims to “operationalize” lifestyle as a form of medicine (exercise and nutrition). The program will use behavioural coaching techniques and flash glucose monitoring technology (FreeStyle Libre) in patients with Type 2 Diabetes attending Canadian Diabetes Education (DECs) or Management Centres (DEMs). The Project Coordinator will support the design, coordination and operationalization of the research project, and support the development and execution of aerobic and resistance exercise programs for subjects. The role will coordinate the successful implementation of the project, and ensure that the research outcomes are achieved.QualificationsEducation:

• Undergraduate Degree in Kinesiology
• Graduate degree in Health Sciences or related program is preferred
• Certified Kinesiologist is preferred

Experience:

• 2 years’ research experience, including project coordination and implementation
• Experience developing exercise programs for people with chronic medical conditions

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in an academic clinical research setting
• Experience conducting diabetes clinical research
• Experience with glucose monitoring devices (preferably Abbott, FreeStyle Libre)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Familiarity with the Abbott Freestyle Libre and Libre View system preferred
• Computer skills with statistical software packages and other applications or equipment used to support the laboratory or research project (e.g. Zoom, WebEx, YouTube, St. Joseph’s Primary Care Diabetes Support Program electronic medical record (EMR) (WebDR))
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite academic research databases (PubMed, Medline, PsychInfo); and referencing software
• Knowledge of diabetes and chronic diseases
• Strong project management skills with the proven ability to take initiative and champion a project from conception through implementation and evaluation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balance tight deadlines and adapt quickly to new challenges and competing priorities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to deliver presentations to multiple stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to complete and present detailed analytics and reports
• Ability and willingness to employ a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and making decisions
• Strong client-relation skills to handle enquiries and resolve issues in a professional, culturally-appropriate, sensitive and timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to seek out and build strategic relationships with external parties (i.e. across Campus or in the business community to expand the unit’s mandate)
• Knowledge of privacy and confidentiality standards in research
• Knowledge of Western policies and procedures related to research preferred

Western Values DiversityThe University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.Please Note:We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.