Tremplin Program Coordinator

RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 51,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Paid time off

Holidays

Insurance

Telemedicine

Pension plan

Professional development

Parking

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) invites applications for a Coordinator position within the Tremplin Consortium in Montreal, QC. Reporting to the Tremplin Manager and PI, the role supports CPD and career development across Knowledge Translation, Research Management, and Networking, with emphasis on a new Business of Science initiative.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and demonstrate strong project management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, life sciences, or health sciences.
• Master's degree or graduate training is an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of French (oral and written) required.
• Advanced knowledge of English (oral and written) required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Tremplin pillar leads for CPD activities and networking.
• Support development of the Business of Science initiative.
• Coordinate multi-stakeholder program committee activities and meetings.
• Identify subject-matter experts and partners and manage outreach.
• Produce reusable e-learning resources and coordinate production work.
• Maintain organized project documentation and content workflows.

Skills

French proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (asset)

Job description

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

The Tremplin Consortium supports the career and professional development (CPD) and career preparedness of biomedical graduate trainees and postdoctoral fellows across affiliated research centres through training, networking, and experiential learning opportunities. Reporting to the Tremplin Manager and the Principal Investigator, the Coordinator will contribute to the coordination, facilitation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of Tremplin activities in Knowledge Translation/Mobilization, Research Management and Faculty Track, Networking, and central consortium programming. Approximately half of the role will be dedicated to supporting the development of a new Business of Science initiative focused on research valorization and commercialization, including the coordination of a multi-stakeholder committee and the production of reusable e-learning resources. The Coordinator will work closely with trainees, researchers, speakers, research centres, incubators, and other partners to support high-quality program delivery and strengthen the integration of Tremplin activities across participating research environments.

Department / Research Program: CHAL - Cardiovascular Health across the Lifespan

General Duties

• Coordination and Operational Support
• Provide operational and activity coordination support to Tremplin pillar leads for the delivery of CPD activities in Knowledge Translation/Mobilization, Research Management and Faculty Track, the Tremplin Ambassador Program, networking, and other consortium-wide initiatives.
• Execute activity-related administrative requirements, including catering, invoices, purchase requests, and on-site event support.
• Identify operational challenges, emerging needs, and potential solutions, and provide recommendations to the Tremplin Manager.
• Maintain effective working relationships with trainees, researchers, speakers, research centres, and institutional and external partners.
• Business of Science / Research Valorization and Commercialization Initiative
• Coordinate the development and implementation of a new Business of Science training initiative for biomedical graduate trainees and postdoctoral fellows, under the direction of Tremplin Consortium leadership.
• Support the establishment and ongoing coordination of a multi-stakeholder program committee, including identifying potential members, coordinating participation, organizing meetings, documenting decisions, and tracking deliverables.
• Research and identify potential subject-matter experts, organizations, research centres, incubators, and other relevant contributors and partners, and provide recommendations to the Tremplin Manager.
• Coordinate outreach, scheduling, and participation of experts contributing to the development of the program.
• Coordinate the production of reusable e-learning resources, including organizing and recording expert interviews and panel discussions and coordinating with internal or outsourced technical resources for production.
• Maintain organized project documentation and content-development workflows to support the timely production, review, and implementation of learning resources.
• Support the integration of the resulting training activities and resources within participating research environments.

Standards of performance

• Demonstrates strong project management skills, ensuring activities, timelines, deliverables, and follow-ups are effectively coordinated and completed.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail, maintaining accurate and well-organized project documentation.
• Works autonomously, demonstrates initiative, and manages multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Demonstrates creativity and adaptability in supporting program implementation and the development of sustainable training resources.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in interactions and program delivery.
• Builds and maintains effective and professional relationships with trainees, researchers, program leads, speakers, and institutional and external partners.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle non-routine matters and work effectively in situations involving ambiguity.
• Maintains institutional and personal confidentiality and handles sensitive information with appropriate discretion.
• Adheres to institutional procedures and policies.

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree

Field of Study: Business, Life sciences, biomedical or health sciences, science and technology commercialization, innovation management, biotechnology management, business administration with a focus on life sciences or innovation, or another field relevant to the position.

Other education considered an asset for this position: Master's degree or other relevant graduate-level training.

Work Experience

Professional Membership: Yes No

Required Skills

• Advanced knowledge of oral and written French is required.
• An advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular and complex contact with patients, researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English.

Additional information

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

Pay Scale: 50,960.00$ - 94,658.20$ Commensurate with education and experience

Work Shift: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Work Site: 2155 Guy Street

This position offers the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement (on-site and remote).

Why work with us?

• 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 much more!

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [e-mail]