The Institute for Work & Health is an independent, not-for-profit research organization whose activities strive to reduce injury, illness and disability in the Ontario workforce.

The Institute is seeking an individual for the position of:

Scientist

As a member of the Institute’s scientific staff, you will design, conduct and publish research studies on the causes and consequences of work-related injury and illness. The incumbent will contribute as a principal investigator or co-investigator to the development and leadership of research projects. S/he will be comfortable working in a multidisciplinary research environment that includes clinicians, epidemiologists, biostatisticians, psychologists, sociologists and economists. S/he should be eligible for a status appointment with an appropriate faculty of a university affiliated with the Institute for Work & Health. This position reports directly to the Institute’s Scientific Director.

Duties and Responsibilities
The following are the expected duties and responsibilities as a member of the scientific staff of the Institute:

•    Develop a research agenda in work & health as a principal investigator and participate as a co-investigator in other research projects;
•    Lead a team of researchers in advancing the work & health agenda in Ontario;
•    Lead the development of proposals for submission to research granting councils and applied research funding sources;
•    Produce papers for peer-reviewed publications;
•    Compete for personnel salary awards appropriate to career stage;
•    Interact with the Institute’s Knowledge Transfer & Exchange staff and relevant stakeholders in collaborative research, knowledge transfer & exchange and evaluation activities;
•    Comply with the Institute’s polices on scientific and ethical review and administrative policies; and
•    Contribute to the general work environment and intellectual life of the Institute.
   
Education and Experience
Qualifications include doctoral-level training and at least four years of experience as an independent researcher.

Candidates for this position will have:

1) an established research focus in work and health;
2) experience working with workplace parties in designing and implementing research on the causes and consequences of work-related injury and illness;
3) a history of securing research grant funding;
4) demonstrated leadership in research; and
5) a successful record of mentoring more junior research staff.

Appointment will be at the Scientist level.        
 
Relevant Skills and Attributes
A qualified candidate is expected to posses many of the following skills and attributes:
•    Knowledge of theory relevant to work and health;
•    Research experience with both primary data collection and secondary data analysis;
•    Strong skills in quantitative statistical data analysis & interpretation;
•    Well-developed English written and oral communication skills;
•    Well-developed interpersonal skills for work with multidisciplinary Institute staff and a variety of external stakeholders;
•    Ability to work in both a team environment and independently;
•    Ability to multi-task and to set priorities and meet deadlines;
•    Demonstrated award, grant, and publication record.

Salary Range: Salary will depend on qualifications and experience. Suitability for the position will be assessed at six months.

Applications will be accepted until October 29, 2010 or until the position is filled. 

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application by mail or e-mail to:
M. Cicinelli
Director, Human Resources & Corporate Services
481 University Avenue, Suite 800
Toronto, Ontario  M5G 2E9
e-mail: mcicinelli@iwh.on.ca

The Institute, guided by a Board of Directors and an international Scientific Advisory Committee, conducts research in two areas: the primary prevention of work-related injury and illness and the prevention and management of work disability. The Institute also has an active knowledge transfer and exchange (KTE) program, which implements interactive strategies to transfer research findings to key decision-makers. The Institute for Work & Health is committed to excellent working conditions and a cooperative, team environment for its employees.
                               
The Institute is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We thank all applicants, but only those considered for the position will be contacted. For more information about our organization, visit our web site at www.iwh.on.ca.

The Institute for Work & Health operates with the support of the Ontario Workplace Safety & Insurance Board.