Research Projects Coordinator

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The Melanoma Research program in BC is seeking a Research Projects Co-Ordinator. This role will include further development of the melanoma outcomes database, harmonizing data from the immune related adverse events database and ongoing prospective data collection. In addition, the successful individual will manage all clinical research projects, support REB submissions and renewals as well as DTA agreements.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to the development of budgets for research proposals and projects in collaboration with the Leader or designate. Monitor expenditures for assigned projects, grants and core activities to ensure that funds are spent as planned and within budget and that project objectives are achieved. Provide updated budget summary/milestone information and prepare written progress reports with the Leader or designate for projects, grants and collaborations.
• Establish procedures to ensure that objectives for assigned projects, grants and core activities are met. Research project management methodologies, tools and techniques for application in assigned projects.
• Provide direction and advice throughout the project lifespan at all levels of the Centre/Program and on multiple projects and programs; participates in initiatives in project management research, methodology, design, planning, implementation, integration, evaluation and ongoing monitoring.
• Identify, problem solve, and work to remove barriers to successful project completion, with emphasis on resolving issues and facilitating collaborative relationships on assigned projects across departments, collaborators, funding agencies and external stakeholders. Identifies interdependencies between various groups and projects within the Centre/Program and facilitates communication among task groups.
• Evaluate whether project objectives/milestones are met in consultation with the department heads and leaders and identifies discrepancies for the attention of the Leader or designate.
• Provide work direction to study clerks and other study staff, students, trainees and staff as required.

Key Accountabilities

• Contribute to data collection and management across projects and platforms linked to the MPP-BC. This includes consenting of patients and follow up of relevant outcomes over time.

Qualifications

What you bring

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to completion of a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in Science, health-related discipline, or Business Administration.
• A minimum of three (3) years of recent related experience in project management and/or a research development management role and certification as a Project Management Professional.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts.
• Knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Cancer contexts found in the foundational documents.

Core Competencies

• Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging.
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism.

You Have

• This position requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and an ability to work independently.
• Broad knowledge of project design, methodologies, developing and managing project strategies, evaluation and monitoring.
• Experience with clinical database management is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).
• Manage multiple resource intense projects within a fast paced environment.
• Organizational, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Initiative and independent judgment in the performance of duties.

What We Bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people.

Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Until April 21, 2026)
Salary Range: $67,861 - $97,550 per year.
Location: 675 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G1
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

What We Do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.