Research Associate

LeverageTek is actively seeking a Research Associate for a full time permanent position with its Ottawa-based customer.

Work Location

Ottawa - Hybrid

Key Tasks

• Lead independent research projects from design to dissemination.
• Collect and synthesize data through literature reviews, environmental scans, or other relevant methods to support projects or initiatives.
• Conduct rigorous data analyses, both quantitative and qualitative, using appropriate tools and methods to produce evidence that supports organization priorities.
• Collaborate with internal and external researchers and partners to support a shared research and scholarship agenda that advances organizational priorities.
• Prepare internal and external reports, peer-reviewed publications, and scholarly outputs.
• Deliver presentations for a range of internal and external audiences.
• Represent at regional, national, and/or international meetings and committees, contributing evidence-based insights on physician assessment and health workforce policy.
• Oversee research-related knowledge-sharing events.
• Track and report on research and scholarly activity to support strategic planning, evaluation, and accountability.
• Identify funding opportunities and support the preparation of grant applications

Key Qualifications

• PhD in Assessment, Education, Health Professions Education, Psychology, or Social Sciences
• 5-7 years’ experience in research in assessment and/or medical education.
• Strong knowledge of both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
• Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in leading research initiatives from conception to dissemination.
• Proficiency in academic writing, as evidenced by publications as principal investigator.
• Proficiency in statistical programming and data management.
• Advanced skills in using statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS) for quantitative data analysis.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of ethical data handling and secure storage.
• Knowledge of common physician assessment methods (e.g. written, oral, and performance-based examinations; workplace-based assessments).
• Commitment to continuous improvement and educational scholarship.
• Knowledge of approaches to program evaluation.
• Familiarity with data and reference management tools is an asset.
• Familiarity with physician certification and regulatory processes is an asset

Other Qualifications

• Exceptional attention-to-detail and strong analytical skills.
• Strong project management capabilities including planning, coordination, and execution of research activities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple, evolving priorities effectively, including under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the capacity to engage and motivate internal teams and external research collaborators.
• Effective conflict resolution abilities, along with diplomacy, maturity, integrity, and a high level of autonomy.

Compensation

$100,162\.00 To $122,898\.00 Annually

This is an existing position vacancy.

About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions

Founded in 2003, LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. We are a trusted partner to leading private and public sector organizations and experts in talent solutions that create optimal business outcomes.

Don’t let our name fool you. Our roots are in technology, but we are also a proven leader in accounting and finance, sales and marketing, human resources, supply chain, and legal talent acquisition. We offer contract and permanent staffing, executive search, talent mapping, management consultancy, and contractor payroll management.

LeverageTek is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our customers, the candidates we represent, and the diverse communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other. LeverageTek is committed to employment equity and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, and marital status.

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