Project Manager

About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

The Project Manager will work closely with operational and medical/scientific leadership within the Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine (DPLM) and Translational Genomics (TG) leadership to support the Precision Child Health (PCH) movement.

The Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine at SickKids is a leading, world-class facility working towards reducing the impact of childhood illness by providing diagnostic information that allows for early selection of best treatment options. DPLM is a valuable and integral part of the SickKids team, generating original research and providing timely, specialized diagnostic services for health care providers in Canada and around the world. The department comprises of five divisions: Clinical Biochemistry, Genome Diagnostics, Haematopathology, Microbiology, and Pathology. All DPLM laboratories are accredited by Accreditation Canada Diagnostics.

Here's What You'll Get to Do

• Track and/or develop performance frameworks for genome-wide sequencing and other genetic tests, identifying trends and areas for improvement when turnaround time targets are not met

• Collaborate with staff at SickKids and partner organization(s) to support regular reporting deliverables (statistics, briefing notes, presentations, etc.) and sustain working relationships

• Advise operational and medical/scientific leadership on opportunities for efficiencies and work with laboratory staff to facilitate implementation

• Support DPLM with the implementation of genome-based approaches, in alignment with PGLN activities and utilizing DPLM's change management process

• Actively participate in departmental/program meetings or rounds to acquire and disseminate regular updates

• Collaborate with DPLM and TG leadership to collect and manage data to inform opportunities for new test development and revenue generation

• Identify and support implementation of workflows to transition consented genomic data to research to support Precision Child Health objectives

Here's What You'll Need

• An ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external partners

• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage activities both for self and for others

• Excellent multi-tasking skills with the ability to plan, set priorities, meet deadlines, and work confidently under pressure

• Self-directed and innovative behavior, with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong writing, facilitation, and presentation skills

• Strong knowledge of project management processes and the project management life cycle and expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools (i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point)

• Strong background in molecular genetics or genomics

• Related work experience in project or program management

• Excellent data analytic and data management skills

• Demonstrated capacity to prepare data-driven reports and presentations

• Exemplary communication, organization, facilitation, collaboration, and relationship management skills

• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of computer applications such as Office 365 (inclusive of Excel); knowledge of other business and healthcare applications is an asset

• Capacity to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment with multiple and shifting priorities

• Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management (PMP) designation, strongly preferred

• Bachelor of Science, preferred

• Relevant clinical genetics experience within a complex hospital environment is an asset

Here's What You'll Love

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.

• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.

• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

• For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment Type:

• Temporary, 2-year contract

• 35 hours/week

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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