Manage the design, coordination, and execution of projects related to Indigenous Health Equity and Inclusion and the Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program (CDTRP) Indigenous Platform.
Work closely with researchers, CDTRP team members, and collaborators such as Indigenous community partners.
Manage project timelines and deliverables, facilitating clear and adaptive communication across diverse teams and partners.
Support Research Ethics Board (REB) submissions and integrate network-wide efforts into project activities.
Contribute to administrative and logistical coordination, including scheduling, documentation, and ensuring smooth project operations.
Support grant submissions and industry sponsorship related to PI-led research or CDTRP network initiatives.
Liaise with Indigenous community partners and support the meaningful engagement of patients, families, and donors involved in the network.

Bachelor’s degree in a life science or other relevant discipline required
Experience working with First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples in community-based research is required, including project management across multiple Indigenous groups.
Training in project management is required
Research-based graduate degree is an asset
Working toward or holding a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is considered a strong asset.
Training and experience in patient engagement are considered strong assets.

Project Director

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