Research Manager (AI & Health Data)

TL;DR

Research Manager (AI & Health Data): Overseeing cardiovascular research projects focusing on cardiac imaging and precision medicine with an accent on health data integration and AI model development. Focus on operationalizing the multi-site MOSAIC study, managing regulatory compliance, and coordinating provincial health data initiatives.

Location: UBC Hospital Site - Vancouver, BC, Canada

Salary: $6,747.50 - $9,701.42 CAD Monthly

Company

The hirify.global (UBC) is a leading global research institution committed to excellence in innovation, learning, and employment equity.

What you will do

• Develop and implement project proposals, protocols, work plans, and timelines for multi-site research projects.
• Oversee the operationalization of the MOSAIC Study, including participant recruitment, retention, and biological specimen collection.
• Manage Research Ethics Board (REB) applications, amendments, and ensure strict regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate health data access and transfer agreements with the BC Ministry of Health, Genome BC, and other regional authorities.
• Handle long-term budget development, expenditure oversight, and preparation of grant applications.
• Supervise and coach volunteers, students, and research staff.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of three years of related experience in research management or project coordination.
• Proven ability to manage REB applications and adhere to ethical standards.
• Proficiency with REDCap, EDC, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Must be able to work onsite at the Vancouver, BC campus.

Nice to have

• Experience leading national or multi-site research projects.
• Knowledge of Indigenous-specific anti-racism and cultural safety.
• Experience with specimen collection, handling, and storage procedures in clinical research.
• Proven success in publishing scholarly materials and conducting data analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time staff position with a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Opportunity to work within a high-impact research program specializing in precision cardiovascular medicine.
• Collaborative environment spanning universities, provincial health systems, and policy leaders.