Program Manager, ICONIC program (Research Institute)

RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc; Montreal; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biomedical research center in Montreal is seeking a Program Manager to lead the ICONIC program, ensuring effective operations and sustainability. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in neuroscience and have over 3 years of experience. This role offers competitive pay and generous benefits including vacation, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

4-week vacation

12 paid personal days

13 paid statutory holidays

Modular group insurance plan

Telemedicine

Defined benefit pension plan

Child Care Centres

Corporate Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Flex work options

Qualifications

• Must have more than 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to communicate in scientific and nonscientific settings.
• Excellent French and English, spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the ICONIC program, providing strategic management.
• Facilitate program research goals through meetings and collaboration.
• Coordinate annual operations plans and budgets.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Doctorate Degree (PhD) in neuroscience or related disciplines

Job description

Overview

Program Manager, ICONIC program (Research Institute)

Join a world-renowned biomedical research center in Montreal. The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) seeks a Program Manager to lead and coordinate the ICONIC program, providing senior strategic management to ensure full operations and long-term sustainability. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and Research Scientist Lead, the Program Manager will act as the day-to-day facilitator between Program Leadership, program members and research teams, and RI-MUHC administration.

Position Summary

The Pediatric Neurology division at the MCH is seeking a Program Manager to lead the ICONIC program, coordinating daily internal operations and providing strategic management for ongoing and future needs.

General Duties

• Work closely with Program Leadership and provide strategic advice regarding development, planning and implementation of projects aligned with program goals.
• Facilitate the program’s research goals through team meetings, internal committees, research seminars and research days, and other activities.
• Ensure alignment of strategic development across the Pediatric Neuroscience research and training activities.
• Support the preparation and submission of approval requests.
• Coordinate assessments required for patient care and research activities.
• Provide administrative support to clinical teams by ordering tests and procedures, scheduling appointments and follow-ups, and coordinating testing with relevant departments; ensure timely tracking and follow-up of testing results.
• Oversee program reporting activities including finances, grants, and policies.
• Participate in the preparation of program documentation (e.g., scientific annual reports, Health Ministry materials, RI-MUHC website content, program presentations).
• Onboard and mentor research staff and trainees for the program.
• Plan and manage human, financial, and material resources allocated to the program.
• Manage program administrative staff including the Genetic Counselor and oversee services offered.
• Coordinate annual operations plans and budgets; oversee budget review and reporting; prepare fiscal year end budget reconciliation and projections.

Education / Experience

Education: Doctorate Degree (PhD) in neuroscience or related disciplines. Work Experience: More than 3 years.

Required Skills

• Superior organizational, planning, priority setting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate in scientific and nonscientific settings.
• Excellent French and English, spoken and written.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision.

Additional information

Status: Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek).

Pay Scale: $62,389.60 - $115,824.80. Commensurate with education and experience.

Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Work Site: GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie.

If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one document.

Benefits

• 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years
• Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations)
• 13 paid statutory holidays
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
• Telemedicine
• RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Child Care Centres
• Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis)
• Competitive monthly parking rate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition Program
• Flex work options and more

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program: The RI-MUHC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates, including those who self-identify as members of racialized groups, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations may contact [e-mail].