Career Opportunities
Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux de l'Estrie – Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke
Scientific Director of the Research Centre on Aging (CDRV)
The Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux de l'Estrie – Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke
(CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS), affiliated with the Université de Sherbrooke, is currently seeking to fill the position of Scientific
Director of the Research Centre on Aging (CDRV).
Research Centre on Aging
Unique for its intersectorality and its work in the community, the CDRV is one of 17 thematic research centres getting financial
support from le Fonds de recherche du Québec – Santé (FRQS) and a research institute affiliated with the Université
de Sherbrooke. It is a major player in the development of knowledge at the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS and the Quebec Health and Social Services network. Its operating grant has just been renewed until 2024, following the evaluation of the CDRV's
Strategic Development Plan described as exceptional by the FRQS.
The mission of the Research Centre on Aging is to produce and integrate knowledge on the processes supporting healthy
aging, and facilitate the adaptation of the society to this complex challenge. The CDRC provides researchers, students,
professionals and human resources with an environment much sought-after for the high quality of its research on aging that
is oriented towards the community and carried out in a holistic, interdisciplinary, and intersectoral perspective. Founded 30
years ago, it brings together more than 70 researchers in aging, from all faculties within the Université de Sherbrooke,
supplemented by close to 170 students and around a hundred research professionals. Research activities aim to keep the
elderly active and healthy, and fall into two interdisciplinary and interconnected axes: Geroscience and Autonomisation.
The CDRV provides and makes available different platforms to its members, such as:
- A recruitment platform comprised actually of more than 2,500 potential participants in research projects;
- A Clinical and Biopharmaceutical Research Unit collaborating with several privately held companies;
- A laboratory of innovations by and for seniors, supporting the participation of aging people in the various stages of research.
Its positioning within the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS in the achievement of its mission is strategic, since it provides the Research Center with an access to a diversity of clienteles and settings both in urban areas and rural settings, and covers health care from the first-, second-, third-, and fourth line services. In addition to the CDRV, the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS is also home to the Centre de recherche du CHUS (CRCHUS) and the Institut universitaire de première ligne en santé et services sociaux (IUPLSSS). This proximity is unique in Québec and encourages inter-center cooperation promoted by the FRQS. The CDRV is also particularly well positioned at the Université de Sherbrooke, given that the University chose to focus on the aging of the population as one of its six unifying themes in research during its recent strategic planning (2018-2022). The CDRV thus plays a central role in promoting scientific life in this unifying theme.
Lastly, it should be noted that the CDRV is located in the picturesque Eastern Townships, one of the most beautiful parts of Québec, providing exceptional quality of life to those who chose to live there.
For more information, please visit the following Web sites:
Web site of the Research Centre on Aging (CDRV): http://cdrv.csss-iugs.ca/
Web site on the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS: https://www.santeestrie.qc.ca/accueil/
Web site of the Université de Sherbrooke: https://www.usherbrooke.ca/
The Position
Responsible for the CDRV and in direct link with the Management of the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS and the Université de Sherbrooke, the Scientific Director oversees the implementation, the monitoring and the adaptation of the Strategic Development Plan of the Center. He is assisted in its functions by an Assistant Scientist, the two Directors of the research axes, one technological development advisor, one clinical development advisor, and one Academic Affairs advisor. The Director must, specifically:
- Maintain the positioning of the CDRV with its internal and external partners.
- Ensure the enhancement of its reach and influence at the provincial, national and international levels.
- In conjunction with the Directors of the axes, ensure compliance of the programming of the research axes with the strategic goals of the Centre, and consolidate their development with the recruitment of top researchers.
- Ensure sound organizational management and transparency of human, financial, material and information of the CDRV with the Directorates of the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS and the Université de Sherbrooke.
- Represent the CDRV and act as the official spokesperson with various stakeholders.
You will be an experienced world-class scientist, a visionary and scientific leader who sets himself apart with his outstanding achievements in a research area in line with the mission of the Centre. You will also possess the knowledge and understanding of the specificities and challenges of the research on aging in a university setting. Moreover, your profile will have to comply with the following criteria:
Education
- PhD in Health Sciences, in Social Sciences or in a field of study relevant to the field of intervention of the Research Centre on Aging.
Experience and key competencies
- Ten to fifteen years of research experience in the academic environment and health care and social services system.
- Excellent research track record and demonstrated scientific openness – be a reputable scientist in the field of Research on Aging.
- Good knowledge of the Quebec Health and Social Services network.
- Extensive knowledge of the research community on aging located in Quebec, in the rest of Canada and in other parts of the world.
- Demonstrated qualities of leadership in scientific animation, and significant experience in the management of research institutions.
- Proven expertise to oversee the scientific work and activities carried out by a cross-disciplinary team. Ability to anticipate and evaluate the input of a research, as well as its innovative dimension and usefulness.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate with people at all levels, and to negotiate successfully and with diplomacy.
- Ability to work collaboratively and achieve effective working partnerships. Good listening skills.
- Ability to play a central role in the structuring of high-quality research activities with regards to scientific programming and funding.
- Demonstrate the potential to be a great representative for the Research Center, with a view to promote its mission and achievements, to raise awareness and foster support for research provincially, nationally, and internationally.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English.
Candidates who meet these criteria and wish to apply for this position must, at the time of application, provide us with a Letter of Interest along with their current résumé. You will receive an acknowledgement by email that your documents have been received. The successful candidate will take office as soon as reasonably possible after the appointment is made.
Via email krobert@octavemaecenas.com
Subject: Scientific Director CDRV
If you have any questions about this position, we invite you to communicate with:
Dr Jean-Pierre Perreault, Ph. D.
Vice-President, Research and graduate studies
Université de Sherbrooke
jean-pierre.perreault@usherbrooke.ca
Dr Stéphane Tremblay, M.D., MBA
President and Deputy General Manager
Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux de l'Estrie –
Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke
stephane.tremblay.ciussse-chus@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
Karine Robert, Associate
Octave Mæcenas,
recrutement & conseils, S.E.N.C.
514.743.0998
krobert@octavemaecenas.com
www.octavemaecenas.com
The CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS and the Université de Sherbrooke subscribe to the principles of Employment Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.