Research Analyst

BioTalent Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Calgary seeks a skilled R&D professional to manage laboratory practices and ensure data integrity. You will play a key role in recruiting and managing the research team while fostering a safe and compliant work environment. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, effective communication abilities, and a solid understanding of project management. This position offers a chance to contribute significantly to the organization's R&D objectives through innovative practices.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to evaluate data and develop research strategies.
• Ability to manage R&D projects in compliance with regulations.
• Experience in communicating complex scientific ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct R&D tasks to support project objectives.
• Analyze and manage research data for integrity.
• Ensure compliance with safety and ethical protocols.
• Recruit and manage R&D team effectively.

Skills

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Digital skills

Education

Relevant degree in science or technology

Job description

Applies knowledge, skills and model laboratory practices related to the scientific and technical components of laboratory testing, the use and storage of samples and reagents, the proper handling and disposal of waste products generated during research activities, and the use, maintenance, and calibration of instruments and equipment to produce optimal research results in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

Works effectively with others to foster trust and cooperation in the achievement of R&D goals and project objectives.

Continuously undertakes introspection to understand current knowledge and skills in a changing environment, recognizes personal knowledge gaps, undertakes independent action to actively seek targeted opportunities to acquire new knowledge and reflects on how new knowledge can be integrated and applied.

Critical Thinking/Decision-Making in R&D

Analyzes, synthesizes and evaluates arguments, information and data and exercises sound judgement to solve problems and make timely decisions that strategically benefit the laboratory/organization’s R&D activities and strategy.

Data Generation & Analysis

Collects, generates, analyzes and manages research data according to approved standards and model practices to ensure data integrity and optimize the value of the data.

Designing an R&D Project

Defines the parameters and specifications of a R&D project, including the project scope, objective, goals, resource requirements, project timeline and budget. Also designs the experiments and identifies the testing and validation methodologies that can be employed to create a manageable research/development project.

Digital Skills for R&D

Makes effective use of the Internet and computer software to identify existing scientific activity relevant to the area of study, to investigate the depth and breadth of that research, to record and maintain data, to develop and disseminate reports and presentations, and to drive R&D and process digitalization with the use of modern approaches to data science, etc.

Effective Interpersonal Communication

Communicates in ways that create shared understanding, generate support for the achievement of goals and objectives and facilitate conflict resolution and problem-solving.

Knowledge Transfer

Shares and disseminates technical or scientific knowledge, experience and ideas from one individual or source to other individuals, groups or organizations for purposes such as building others’ knowledge, training them in a new process, ensuring reproducibility in the event of absence, creating efficiencies, preserving corporate memory, and providing a foundation for scientific collaboration and development.

Legal/Regulatory Compliance in R&D

Manages R&D documents, data, tools, resources, waste products, processes and procedures in accordance with relevant safety, security, environmental and ethical protocols, including intellectual property protection, to ensure legal protection and compliance with regulatory and funding requirements.

Managing Quality in R&D

Implements and monitors the standard quality management processes to ensure that all R&D activities are conducted according to required standards and create reproducible results in the tests performed, the data generated, the results reported and the products and technologies created.

Occupational Health & Safety in R&D

Actively participates in/manages the health and safety program for R&D staff and their workplace to ensure the health and safety of staff. Also ensures the organization’s compliance with legislation and regulations related to safe work practices and procedures, corporate procedures, and facility health, safety, and environmental rules.

Planning & Implementing R&D Projects

Prepares a deliverable-oriented work breakdown structure that details milestones, resources, schedules and budget for the planned project outcomes, develops a risk management plan, manages activities, provides project updates and oversees project close-out to ensure project outcomes are delivered on time and budget.

Applies emotional and professional sensitivity to become aware of their own emotions and those of others interact with in such a way that they can manage personal and professional decorum and maintain productive relationships.

Professional Writing for R&D

Develops and publishes scientific reports and other technical documents to chronicle and advance the body of R&D knowledge and creates project reports to ensure that all relevant R&D information is tracked and available to stakeholders as required and to demonstrate compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Recruiting &/or Managing the R&D Team

Recruits and manages a qualified workforce to ensure that the organization’s R&D program and projects are properly staffed and that the team is managed in a way that fosters not only compliance to requirements and protocols, but also high performance, strong morale and a high retention rate.

Research Ethics

Exercises integrity and professionalism to ensure all R&D is performed in a responsible manner in keeping with the ethical principles of beneficence and nonmaleficence.