Scientific Research Director

9 March 2026

• TPR - Part-time regular
• Work location to be determined
• Posted 4 months ago
• Work location to be determined
• To be determined
• TPR - Part-time regular

Description

• CONTEXT

The Bas-Saint-Laurent Integrated Health and Social Services Centre (CISSS) is looking for a person to fill the position of Scientific Research Director.

Over the past few years, research has made significant progress at the Bas-Saint-Laurent CISSS. Today, there are more than 175 ongoing projects in various disciplines. Research is structured around two main priority axes.

• The research axis on health and social services in rural and remote communities brings together clinical researchers and university researchers who collaborate closely with the CISSS Bas-Saint-Laurent programs. The goal is to provide adapted answers to the challenges of healthcare and service delivery, and to support the development of services within our institution. The axis covers several themes, including support for the autonomy of the elderly, as well as early intervention with young people in difficulty. It also includes the Interdisciplinary Chair on Health and Social Services for Rural Populations (CIRUSSS), which actively intervenes in public health and community resilience, service organization, and close care in mental health and dependence.
• The clinical research and biomedical sciences axis brings together university researchers as well as the CISSS clinical researchers. The axis includes the Clinical Research Unit of Rimouski Regional Hospital, whose main objective is to provide access to innovative interventions and therapies through clinical trials in several medical disciplines. It also includes several research initiatives at the Grand-Portage Regional Hospital Centre as well as at Notre-Dame-de-Fatima Hospital. The clinical research axis also aims to support the development of medical services by improving the characterization of the Bas-Saint-Laurent population through a multidisciplinary approach taking into account the psychological, social, and biological factors of pathologies. Finally, it includes technological development and innovation initiatives in health (artificial intelligence, data management, design engineering).
• MANDATE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The scientific director has as its main mandate to establish the research orientations and priorities in consultation with researchers. It ensures strategic planning, development, and monitoring of the scientific programming in coherence with the research axes and the other missions of the institution.

Under the authority of the Deputy CEO, this person will work in clinico-administrative cogestion with the Deputy Director of Quality, Ethics, Performance, Teaching, Research, and Innovation.

In order to fulfill its mandate, the Scientific Director is notably responsible for:

• Supporting the deployment of the research infrastructure.
• Actively contributing to the elaboration of the strategic planning of research in consultation with researchers, the committee for the development of the teaching and research mission of the CAE, as well as with the directions contributing to research.
• Supporting structuring projects favoring the integration of research, teaching, care, and service missions through collaboration with researchers, healthcare professionals, partner users, and directors and managers of the institution.
• Coordinating the recruitment of new researchers in priority themes in consultation with university partners.
• Presiding over the Assembly of Researchers (AC) and ensuring the animation of scientific life.
• Supporting the development of partnerships with universities, RSSS institutions, and private partners.
• Strengthening and diversifying links with philanthropic partners.
• Supporting the institution in its efforts to obtain a university designation under Article 426 of the LGSSSS.

DESIRED PROFILE

• Recognized for their scientific contribution, possesses an excellent research record, and has an active scientific network.
• Demonstrates leadership in scientific mentoring and research project and program management.
• Possesses a vision for research and innovation.
• Ability to initiate changes and collaborate with different sectors and disciplines.
• Possesses excellent communication skills and demonstrates mobilizing leadership.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Proficiency in both French and English.

CONDITIONS

• 4-year term, renewable, at a rate of one day per week.
• Salary

Salary and benefits to be discussed according to the institution's salary policy.

Port of attachment

Port of attachment to be determined.

Start date

To be determined

Application Checklist

Territories served by the Bas-Saint-Laurent CISSS:

Rivière-du-Loup (Saint-Cyprien, L'Isle-Verte, Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs, Saint-Épiphane, Saint-Antonin, Cacouna), Rimouski-Neigette (Saint-Fabien, Saint-Marcellin, Saint-Narcisse), Kamouraska (La Pocatière, ... Saint-Pâcome, Saint-Pascal, Rivière-Ouelle), Les Basques (Trois-Pistoles, Saint-Clément, Saint-Jean-de-Dieu), Témiscouata (Cabano, Rivière-Bleue, Squatec, Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha!, Lac-des-Aigles, Dégelis, Pohénégamook, Notre-Dame-du-Lac), La Matanie (Matane, Baie-des-Sables, Les Méchins), La Mitis (Mont-Joli, Les Hauteurs), La Matapédia (Amqui, Lac-à-Saumon, Causapscal, Sayabec, Saint-Moïse)

Access to Employment Equity

In accordance with the Employment Equity Act, all health and social services institutions implement an employment equity program. Therefore, candidates from the targeted groups (women, Indigenous, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities) are encouraged to submit their applications. Additionally, accommodation measures may be offered to people with disabilities based on their needs. In the context of the job postings, the use of masculine or feminine gender designates both women and men.

Category: Management and Supervision

Salary period: To be determined

Duration: 4-year term, renewable, at a rate of one day per week.

Posting date: from 2026-03-09 to 2026-08-14

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