Knowledge Synthesis Program Lead

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  • Edmonton, AB
  • 80.772-111.086 $ par an
  • Permanent
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 10 heures
Job Category: Administrative ManagementJob Description:This competition is restricted to internal applicants of the University of Alberta. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.This position has an end date of April 30, 2027.Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.Under the direction of the Director of the Collaborative Applied Research for Equity in Health Policy and Systems - CARE Research Lab - the Knowledge Synthesis Program Lead provides senior-level leadership, methodological expertise, and operational oversight for a portfolio of knowledge synthesis, evaluation and policy-relevant research projects within the CARE Lab. This role is central to advancing the Lab's mandate to generate actionable, equity-oriented evidence to inform health service delivery and health system transformation, particularly in primary health care, Indigenous health, and integrated care.Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the ideal candidate will contribute to project planning and coordination, capacity building, supervision of research assistants, and mentorship of other staff. The role ensures the scientific rigour, relevance, and impact of knowledge synthesis and knowledge mobilization outputs across multiple grant and contract-funded projects.If you enjoy a challenge, this role leads and coordinates complex knowledge synthesis activities-including systematic and scoping reviews, environmental and jurisdictional scans-and integrates these with qualitative inquiry (e.g., interviews, focus groups) to contextualize findings and enhance policy and practice relevance. In addition to project leadership, this role plays a critical function in stakeholder engagement and knowledge mobilization, including convening expert panels, building and sustaining networks of collaborators, and establishing a cross-cutting expert advisory group comprised of knowledge experts and people with lived and living experience (PWLLE) to support CARE Lab knowledge synthesis and policy initiatives.Responsibilities:1. Leadership and Strategic Oversight of Knowledge Synthesis (30%)
  • Lead the design and execution of complex knowledge synthesis projects (e.g., systematic reviews, scoping reviews, realist-informed reviews, environmental and jurisdictional scans)
  • Establish and refine methodological standards and protocols for CARE Lab knowledge synthesis work
  • Contribute to program development by identifying emerging evidence gaps and strategic opportunities for synthesis and policy-relevant research
  • Ensure alignment of projects with CARE Lab priorities, including equity-oriented and community-engaged research approaches
2. Project Management and Research Execution (25%)
  • Oversee all phases of knowledge synthesis projects: question development, protocol design, literature searching, screening, data extraction, analysis, and reporting
  • Design and contribute to applied research and evaluation activities related to programs and interventions, including process, implementation, and/or developmental evaluation, and integrate findings with evidence syntheses to strengthen policy and practice relevance
  • Ensure quality assurance across all research activities, including methodological rigour, reproducibility, and transparency
  • Manage post award administration across concurrent projects and timelines, including negotiation of contract terms, preparation of ethics applications, reporting to sponsors, invoicing, and project close out
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including research assistants, trainees, and collaborators (e.g., librarians, methodologists)
3. Stakeholder Engagement and Expert Network Development (15%)
  • Design and lead engagement strategies to support co-interpretation of findings, knowledge synthesis and policy translation
  • Establish and sustain a cross-project expert network to support CARE Lab knowledge synthesis and policy initiatives
  • Foster relationships that support the uptake and application of evidence in decision-making contexts
4. Knowledge Mobilization and Dissemination (10%)
  • Develop high-impact knowledge products, e.g., reports, policy briefs, manuscripts, and presentations
  • Translate complex evidence into accessible formats tailored to diverse audiences (policy, practice, community)
  • Support integrated knowledge translation approaches across projects
5. Supervision, Mentorship and Capacity Building (10%)
  • Provide training and guidance on evidence synthesis methods, qualitative methods, and knowledge mobilization
  • Supervise graduate research assistants (GRAs) and casual (hourly) positions, and train, mentor, and coach other full-time research staff in the Lab involved in knowledge synthesis projects
6. Grant and Contract Development (10%)
  • Contribute to the development of competitive grant applications and contract proposals
  • Lead budget development and resource planning for knowledge synthesis projects
  • Provide oversight for all aspects of short-term contract-based evidence synthesis work
Qualifications:
  • Master's or Doctoral degree (PhD) in public health, health services research, epidemiology, or a related field preferred. Applicants presenting with a Master's degree and extensive, relevant experience in leading research and knowledge synthesis projects will be considered
  • Minimum 10 years of senior experience leading complex research or knowledge synthesis projects
  • 5-7 years' experience supervising employees; including training and monitoring performance
  • Experience preparing budgets and budget justifications for grants and service contract proposals
  • Advanced knowledge of University of Alberta administrative, financial, and research processes, including grant and contract administration, ethics protocols, and institutional policies governing research administration
  • Advanced skills in problem-solving, critical analysis, and management
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, including managing competing priorities and deadlines
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills required for relationship-building and negotiating contracts;
  • Strong writing skills for academic, policy, and public-facing outputs
Assets
  • Experience with Indigenous health, primary health care, and/or health systems research
  • Experience working with policy-makers and/or health system stakeholders
  • Experience with grant and contract development and management
Application InstructionsInterested applicants should submit the following:
  • A cover letter describing relevant experience, research interests, and fit with the position;
  • A curriculum vitae (CV);
  • Two examples of authored knowledge synthesis products (e.g. publications, reports, briefs, etc.) preferably related to primary care;
  • Contact information for two academic or professional references.
This position offers a comprehensive with an annual salary range of $80,772 to $111,086.The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by of the Collective Agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.About Us:The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms-physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.About the Team: The integrates research, graduate education, and community engagement to improve population health. Its interdisciplinary structure includes academic programs, centres, and research teams focused on tackling pressing public health issues locally and globally. The School is dedicated to creating knowledge, training public health professionals, and advancing evidence-informed policy and practice.

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