The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) is a national study of adult development and aging that has recruited over 50,000 individuals across Canada. UVic supports 1 of the 11 comprehensive data collection sites.

 Position Description

The CLSA Site Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the research project, including the collection of questionnaire data, the coordination of clinical assessments, and the overall administration of the UVic site. The Site Coordinator will work in-person from the site located at the Gorge Road Hospital in Victoria BC. This is a demanding, fast-paced, and rewarding position requiring outstanding management, problem solving, communication, and research skills.

The Site Coordinator will be supported by the Research Manager at the Institute on Aging & Lifelong Health, and the Local Site Principal Investigators.

Key responsibilities include coordinating, training, managing, and supervising staff to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the study site; monitoring all research activities, including the management of study participants, the data collection process, the calibration and maintenance of equipment, overall quality control processes, and the certification of staff; and serving as a research assistant and performing research protocols as required.  

Position Requirements:

• You are willing and able to work in-person in Victoria BC
• Have postgraduate degree in a health or social science, or equivalent experience in a health care related field
• Minimum of 4 years recent experience in project coordination, including supervision of research staff and monitoring of project budgets
• Strong research skills and knowledge of issues related to implementing study protocols.

Position Terms

• Willing to work during the day and early evening as well as on Saturdays (as required)
• This is a full time grant funded position for one year with the possibility of extension
• Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience; the salary range is $68,000 - $71,000 annually.

For other position assets, duties, and requirements, with details on how to apply, please see the full job posting.

 The deadline for applications is September 12, 2024.