Senior Research Associate, Cardiac Sciences

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Calgary is seeking a Senior Research Associate to lead high-level research in Cardiac Sciences, reporting to the Principal Investigator. The role focuses on health services research, precision medicine, and pragmatic trials in Electrophysiology and Heart Failure, with national and international scope.

The successful candidate will perform complex analyses, manage data, prepare manuscripts and grant applications, and may supervise staff or students.

Qualifications

• PhD required with a Masters in epidemiology or biostatistics
• 7+ years of technical experience and completion of post-secondary experience in cardiology
• 3+ years of supervisory experience of staff and students
• Expertise in biostatistics and R environment
• Expertise in prediction modelling
• Advanced knowledge of research methodologies and project protocol requirements, including ethical conduct and SOPs
• Experience in research grant application
• Exceptional self-directed, self-motivated, and independent work skills
• Demonstrated leadership and excellence in written and verbal communication, presentation, and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Perform literature and systematic reviews relevant to research goals
• Design and implement research studies and programs, including planning and management
• Preparation of study documents including protocols, ethical submissions, hospital research approvals, and regulatory documents
• Implements best practices for project management and keeps PI updated on status
• Manages competing demands for scope, time, costs, risk, obstacles, and quality while keeping the project on budget and keeps management aware of the situation
• Conducts all aspects of complex statistical analyses for observational and interventional studies
• Lead the development of research registries
• Preparation of manuscripts and scientific reports for publication
• Dissemination of research findings and knowledge translation, can work with complex and sensitive topics
• Assists in preparing clinical reports of assigned projects for submission to regulatory authorities
• Generate progress and interim reports for presentation in research and stakeholder meetings
• Prepare and follow up on initiatives or issues relating to research and clinical trials
• Act as a critical liaison and technical subject matter expert with team members, Principal Investigator (PI), collaborators, and sponsors
• Attends education sessions related to clinical and regulatory updates, and professional development
• Works with Principal Investigator to identify and explore funding opportunities. Coordinates and engages in developing grant applications to provincial, national, and international funding bodies
• Lead, train and mentor research team members including post doctoral members, postgraduate, and undergraduate students

Skills

Biostatistics

R

Prediction modelling

Teaching

Education

PhD

Master's in epidemiology/biostatistics

Tools

R environment

Job description

Description

The Department of Cardiac Sciences in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Senior Research Associate. This Full-time Fixed Termposition is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

This position reports to the Principal Investigator.

This role will be a major contributor to an expanding research program integrating health services research, precision medicine, and pragmatic trials in the areas of Electrophysiology and Heart Failure. The research program has national and international scope, requiring a high level of accountability and the ability to work independently while leading highly complex research functions.

The Research Associate's primary purpose is to play a critical role in the high level leadership of the group, working closely with the Principal Investigator to determine the course of the group. They will provide technical expertise and lead research projects to support research work in the group. The associate will perform complex analyses, manage data and prepare reports and manuscripts for scientific publications as well as grant applications. This may include in-scope supervision of other research team staff or students, managing research projects as well as ensuring alignment and incorporation of new methods, practices, and technologies. The incumbent may support other research projects by providing knowledge, skills, and training to others.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

(job functions include but are not limited to):

• Perform literature and systematic reviews relevant to research goals
• Design and implement research studies and programs, including planning and management
• Preparation of study documents including protocols, ethical submissions, hospital research approvals, and regulatory documents
• Implements best practices for project management and keeps PI updated on status
• Manages competing demands for scope, time, costs, risk, obstacles, and quality while keeping the project on budget and keeps management aware of the situation
• Conducts all aspects of complex statistical analyses for observational and interventional studies
• Lead the development of research registries
• Preparation of manuscripts and scientific reports for publication
• Dissemination of research findings and knowledge translation, can work with complex and sensitive topics
• Assists in preparing clinical reports of assigned projects for submission to regulatory authorities
• Generate progress and interim reports for presentation in research and stakeholder meetings
• Prepare and follow up on initiatives or issues relating to research and clinical trials
• Act as a critical liaison and technical subject matter expert with team members, Principal Investigator (PI), collaborators, and sponsors
• Attends education sessions related to clinical and regulatory updates, and professional development
• Works with Principal Investigator to identify and explore funding opportunities. Coordinates and engages in developing grant applications to provincial, national, and international funding bodies
• Lead, train and mentor research team members including post doctoral members, postgraduate, and undergraduate students

Qualifications / Requirements

• Minimum PhD, with a masters in epidemiology or biostatistics required
• 7+ years of technical experience and completion of post-secondary experience in cardiology
• 3+ years of supervisory experience of staff and students
• Expertise in biostatistics and R environment
• Expertise in prediction modelling
• Advanced knowledge of research methodologies and project protocol requirements, including ethical conduct and standard operating procedures
• Expertise in teaching at the university level
• Experience in research grant application
• Exceptional self-directed, self-motivated, and independent work skills
• Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented
• Demonstrated leadership and excellence in written and verbal communication, presentation, and collaboration skills
• Ability to develop, prioritize, implement, and oversee multiple time-sensitive projects
• Ability to interact productively and professionally with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders within an interdisciplinary environment

Application Deadline: November 6, 2026

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 3.

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