Ryan Program Director & Research Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Ryan Program Director & Research Coordinator

EARLY PREGNANCY ASSESSMENT AND FAMILY PLANNING

Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences

Max Rady College of Medicine

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba

Part-Time 5-year Term (0.2 EFT), Positions # 35626/35627

The University of Manitoba, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Max Rady College of Medicine and Shared Health have developed a unique partnership to actively support health education, research, and the provision of the highest standard of quality patient care. Focused on providing medicine with meaning, advancing knowledge and technology and educating tomorrow's health care professionals, it is our collaborative strengths that will lead us into the future. The successful candidate will be eligible for appointments with both the University of Manitoba, and Shared Health.

University of Manitoba

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the Max Rady College of Medicine, is seeking a part-time (0.2 FTE) Obstetrician/Gynecologist who will provide clinical care and academic support relevant to early pregnancy assessment, contraception in complex situations and family planning including medical and surgical termination.

Responsibilities

• Ryan Program Director (0.05 FTE, 2 hours per week): This position is responsible for updating the Ryan program every 2 years, attending Ryan program educational sessions at the Society of Family Planning annual meeting, and meeting with residents and coordinating rotations. They oversee the running and updating of the PGY2 4-week Ryan Program for residents in obstetrics-gynecology.

• Research Coordinator (0.15 FTE, 6 hours per week): This position is responsible for supporting research related to the Early Pregnancy Assessment Clinic and the Family Planning program. Specific priority is placed on coordination of the Manitoba site within national studies and clinical trials. They would initiate, design, and conduct research studies relevant to early pregnancy assessment, contraception, family planning, and related areas; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative research projects and secure funding from various sources; disseminate research outcomes to both academic and clinical communities to influence practice and policy; provide mentorship and supervision to medical students, residents, and other trainees in research methodologies and projects; as well as promote the translation of research findings into clinical practice to improve patient care and outcomes.

Additionally, the successful candidate will hold a Geographical Full Time (GFT) appointment with the University of Manitoba or be eligible for a NIL academic appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor (or higher depending on current academic rank) in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Max Rady College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba.

Shared Health

The successful applicant will also be eligible for appointments under Shared Health, for Early Pregnancy Asseessment (0.1 FTE) and Contraception, Family Planning and Abortion Provision (0.15 FTE). Please apply to https://healthcareersmanitoba.mua.hrdepartment.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/1508

• Early Pregnancy Assessment (0.1 FTE, 4h per week, Shared Health): The successful candidate will teach medical learners and provide care including transabdominal and endovaginal ultrasound for stable outpatients presenting with bleeding in pregnancy under 14 weeks.

• Contraception, Family Planning and Abortion Provision (0.15 FTE, 6h per week, Shared Health): The successful candidate will provide first and second trimester abortion care with preoperative assessment and contraception provision as requested. Clinical teaching to trainees on rotation is expected.

Qualifications

• Current or eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba specialist registry as a generalist Obstetrician Gynecologist

• Canadian citizenship or permanent residency or eligibility for permanent residency

• Eligibility for hospital privileges within Shared Health

• Eligibility for a University of Manitoba appointment (GFT or NIL)

Experience:

• Fellowship in Family Planning and Contraception (Preferred)

• Advanced training (e.g. MSc or PhD) in epidemiology, research methodology or program of study to prepare candidates to conduct high quality medical research (Preferred)

• Advanced training in early ultrasound for diagnosis of early pregnancy abnormalities (required)

• Advanced training in first and second trimester (to at least 19 +6 weeks of pregnancy) procedural abortion (required)

• Experience in difficult Nexplanon removal (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills appropriate to dealing with individuals from a variety of backgrounds

• Interest in medical education administration

Additional Information

Application Information:

To apply, please submit a curriculum vitae to dchaytor@hsc.mb.ca . Questions may be directed to the same email address. This posting will remain open until filled, or applications will be reviewed on October 15th.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access & participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, access andd participation, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant\'s record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process.

We encourage you to self-identity aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Winnipeg boasts a strong referral base and collegial working environment for the clinician. We serve a large catchment area including Manitoba, Northwestern Ontario and a large portion of Nunavut. Housing, recreational pursuits, cultural activities and professional sporting events are considerably more affordable than in other major Canadian cities.