Description

The

Department of Medicine in the

Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a

Research Manager . 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.

The Research Manager is a highly skilled senior scientist with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, concepts, technical aspects and practices essential to directing complex iresearch projects in the field of infectious diseases. The Research Manager's role will be multifaceted and include directing the research program well as managing local, national and international collaborative research projects.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

Project Direction and Leadership

Direct and manage the research program focused on qualitative and mixed-methods

Develop, design, and implement research projects for summer students, graduate & post-doctoral students, as well as research staff

Developed and implement scientific vision alongside the PI

Establish and maintain multi-faceted research team

Manage performance and development of individual team members to maximize success and motivation

Oversee research progress and adjust project objectives as necessary

Oversee development of technical protocols

Contribute to departmental administration (organizing meetings, journal club, seminar series)

Oversee the development and management of the lab budget

Demonstrate fiscal responsibility with respect to cost of experiments and study activities, technology, external collaborations, and travel

Direct project manager as needed to ensure lab operations meet all university compliance and regulatory guidelines

Staff Management

Responsible for working with Principal investigator to determine positions that would support the strategic goals of the co-designed Research group

Manages the creation job profiles, hiring, and onboarding of staff

Performs and engages staff in annual performance reviews

When required, performs disciplinary, including terminations, actions

Oversees the complete range of human resource management for operational staff

Ensures all staff have a Hazard Assessments in place to reduce risk for their position

Use of technical knowledge & expertise:

Serve as research lead on cross-functional laboratory, preclinical and clinical project teams; working as leader to design, plan and deliver multiple individual projects via team and matrix management

Authoring or contributing to abstracts/manuscripts for publication and grants to maintain funding





Oversee the development and validation of experimental methods

Oversee the design, implementation, optimization for technical aspects of new research projects

Provide expert oversight on technical matters

Qualifications / Requirements

PhD with five or more years of experience in a related field

Experience hiring and managing staff in a unionized setting an asset

Advanced knowledge of research administrative procedures is required

Excellent leadership and organizational skills

Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Self-directed, enthusiastic and honest in performance of duties

Ability to manage time effectively and determine priorities as well as delegate tasks appropriately

Experience with working with patient participants for qualitative and mixed-methods activities including focus groups and semi-structured interviews

Hold a superior understanding of the University environment including the Business Administrative System (BAS) including PeopleSoft and Efin

Successful grant writing skills with a track record of obtaining grant-funding

Knowledgeable in writing medical/scientific research protocols

Experience in writing medical/scientific literature for publication with strong scientific and academic writing skills required

Proficiency with databases, database design, relevant statistical software and electronic medical records

Knowledge of research design particularly with qualitative and mixed methods

Experience in working with internal/external teams to manage and grow a project and/or program

Application Deadline: September 24, 2026

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 classified in the

Research Career Band, Level 4

of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our

Management and Staff Careers website .

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment,



made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

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The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

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In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding diversity EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).

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We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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