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Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Research and Facilitation, Level B Job Title Research Manager Department Tsang Laboratory Division of Cardiology | Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $6,747.50 - $9,701.42 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job. Posting End Date June 18, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date June 30, 2027 This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University. At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. Job Summary The Division of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver Campus, is seeking a highly motivated Research Manager to join the research program of Dr. Teresa Tsang, a leader in cardiac imaging and precision cardiovascular medicine. Dr. Tsang's research focuses on cardiovascular aging, with the aim of predicting and preventing adverse outcomes such as atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and stroke. Her team leverages advanced echocardiographic techniques and machine learning models to detect subtle changes in cardiac structure and function that precede clinical disease, enabling earlier diagnosis and intervention. The Research Manager will play a central role in overseeing projects related to health data, artificial intelligence, and precision health across Dr. Tsang's existing research initiatives. They will also support the launch of new studies and contribute to the preparation of future grant applications. A key aspect of this role includes supporting the MOSAIC Study, a newly funded, multi-site provincial initiative designed to enhance our understanding of how genetic factors influence cardiac structure and function. This work will contribute to the development of AI models that integrate phenotypic and genomic data to predict cardiovascular disease risk and progression. As personalized therapies and AI-driven point-of-care tools become increasingly central to clinical care, this research will play a critical role in advancing equitable access to care and expert interpretation of ultrasound imaging. The Research Manager will also coordinate and execute projects related to provincial health data initiatives, including projects with the BC Ministry of Health, Genome BC, Provincial Health Services Agency and regional health authorities, and national projects including the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging. Organizational Status The Research Manager will report to the Director, Special Initiatives, VCHRI while working closely with research staff, clinical teams, collaborators, regulatory bodies and external stakeholders. Work Performed Facilitation of Research Project Activities Develop and implement project proposals, protocols, work plans, and timelines Oversee multi-site research projects from conception to completion Identify and pursue new research opportunities, secure additional funding and develop new grant applications Build and leverage research collaborations with universities, provincial health systems, and policy and healthcare leaders Lead and facilitate regular project meetings to drive research progress With input from project leads, write and edit documents such as project proposals, correspondence, briefing and speaking notes, scientific progress reports, and presentation materials. Oversee knowledge translation activities, including the development of plain-language summaries Prepare, submit, and manage ethics applications and amendments; advise on regulatory requirements; attend ethics review meetings; and ensure compliance with all board certifications and guidelines MOSAIC Study Operationalization Plan, initiate, and oversee daily study operations across multiple sites, including: Study setup, participant recruitment, retention, and follow-up. Monitoring progress and identifying strategies to enhance enrollment and efficiency. Collaborate with hospital staff, clinical teams, and external partners to integrate research into patient care workflows. Maintain meticulous documentation and ensure strict adherence to study protocols. Procure study equipment, materials, and resources as needed to f