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Manager, Respiratory Health Network and Community Partner Engagement-Centre for Lung Health

JOB SUMMARY:

The Centre for Lung Health (CLH) at Vancouver General Hospital Research Institute, a multidisciplinary consortium of world leaders in respiratory clinical care and research which includes the Legacy for Airway Health (LAH) and other programs, is advancing its activities in a way that requires support currently not available. A major related activity is launching the BC Respiratory Health Network with the goal of synergizing research and care for respiratory health across BC. The Network will focus on research targeting the prevention, treatment, and care of respiratory health conditions through cross-sector and inter-disciplinary investigative collaborations that are innovative and grounded in meaningful engagement of patients, communities at risk, and knowledge users using evidence-based strategies. The network will be composed of multidisciplinary researchers, clinicians, patients, and communities at risk, with linkages to knowledge users that include government, health authorities, not–for-profit organizations and industry to synergize translational research and care. The Network aims to: strengthen lung health research and enhance its relevance; catalyze rigorous evaluation of new knowledge and its implementation; and support mentorship, training, peer learning, and capacity building. The Network will create an enabling ecosystem by coordinating activities, developing supportive infrastructure, facilitating collaborations, and reducing duplication of efforts. Once established, the Network members will be able to create and share knowledge that is novel, engaged, integrative and oriented for action. The network will leverage existing expertise in stakeholder engagement and integrated knowledge translation within the Legacy for Airway Health (LAH, https://www.legacyairwayhealth.ca/), a program within CLH that is focussed on the prevention and care of airway diseases.

Reporting to the Director of the CLH, the Manager, Centre for Lung Health will lead the advancement of CLH and the development of the network and its day-to-day operations. The individual will nurture an environment of trust, transparency and collaboration within the network through effective communications and establishing activities that foster collaborations. The individual is expected to work closely with staff of CLH and its component units to advance the goals of the Network.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree in a health sciences or related discipline supplemented with a minimum of five (5) years’ recent, related experience working in the health care system (health care institution, professional associations, health authorities and/or government) on projects related to evidence-informed practice and/or policy change, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

 

ROLE SPECIFIC EXPERTISE:
• Demonstrated understanding of implementation science, knowledge translation theory and practice including critical appraisal, knowledge and skills related to the process of Evidence-Informed Decision Making.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain and foster relationships with researchers, decision makers, and patient groups.
• Demonstrated experience in organizing stakeholder consultations.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated record of contributing to successful grant applications.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare reports and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated Strong work ethic, high degree of initiative and self-motivation.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

 

SHARED VALUES:
You care for everyone:
• You are compassionate, empathetic, and sensitive to the needs of others.
• You are respectful, treating people as equals, and valuing others’ perspectives and differences.
• You are appreciative of others’ efforts and give them praise when it’s due.

You are always learning:
• You are open minded, always-receptive to different perspectives and ways of doing things.
• You are curious and ask questions to find a deeper understanding.
• You share your expertise and mentor others by sharing your knowledge and experience.

You strive for better results:
• You are accountable, and take responsibility for what you say, what you do, and whom you engage in achieving better results.
• You are a solution finder, empowered to solve the challenges we face in healthcare.
• You take ownership for growth and development and personal development, always seek feedback and opportunities to improve how we do things.

Details

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.
 
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Now hiring: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Department: Carlsten Laboratory Division of Respiratory Medicine | Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine (Christopher Carlsten)
Posting End Date: November 5, 2024
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date

Job End Date: Dec 1, 2025
The expected pay for this position is 62,000 P/A

Job summary:

Legacy for Airway Health is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with passion and expertise in Implementation Science to advance COPD and asthma prevention and care. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading implementation science research projects aimed at improving smoking cessation services in both urban and rural areas of British Columbia. Embedded within Vancouver Coastal Health and experts in implementation science, this role involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of researchers, health professionals, community members, and decision makers to co-develop, implement and evaluate effective smoking cessation plans within acute and community health care settings. The candidate will also have opportunities to engage and contribute to other related research projects on advancing COPD and asthma prevention and care.

About the initiative:

Legacy for Airway Health focuses on enhancing patient care and public health through individual and community engagement, bridging gaps between academic research and practical health care. Our goal is to accelerate the creation and application of knowledge to improve prevention and care for individuals at risk of or living with asthma and COPD. Based at the Centre for Lung Health (CLH) at Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI), and supported by partnerships with Vancouver General Hospital (VGH), University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University (SFU), and other key partners, we leverage globally respected clinical research and care programs to drive impactful health outcomes.

The successful candidate will also be affiliated with the Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management (CCDPM) at the UBC Okanagan Campus. The CCDPM is a provincial leader in research excellence, knowledge translation, and exchange in chronic disease prevention. The CCDPM has an active Trainee Engagement Committee, offering numerous leadership and professional development opportunities, as well as access to funding.

Key responsibilities:

Lead the implementation science project on smoking cessation services in urban and rural areas in BC.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including health authority and government partners responsible for translating research findings into clinical practice and policy.

Contribute to grant applications and research publications related to implementation science and airway health

Disseminate research findings to academic and non-academic audiences.

Mentor and co-supervise undergraduate and graduate students.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., health sciences, public health, implementation science, health promotion)

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Expertise and/or passion in implementation science, health behavior change, smoking cessation services, research partnerships, and/or public health.

Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Strong scientific writing skills, including manuscript, grant and report writing.

Experience in building partnerships with health system managers, community leaders, and other organizations is preferred.

Experience in mentoring and supervising junior researchers is preferred.

The successful candidate is expected to apply for postdoctoral research fellowships (e.g., Michael Smith Health Research BC, CIHR, Mitacs) in partnership with Legacy for Airway Health and other partners.

Reporting Relationships:

The postdoctoral research fellow reports to Dr. Femke Hoekstra, Assistant Professor in the UBC Department of Medicine and Dr. Chris Carlsten, Director, Legacy for Airway Health.

Application requirements:

Cover letter detailing your research experiences and qualifications

Academic CV

Reference contact information

Apply here