Perfectionnement professionnel

L’ACAAR a un solide programme de développement professionnel qui comprend une conférence annuelle, des webinaires, du mentorat individuel et une certification professionnelle. L’ACAAR soutient ses membres et leurs professions en mettant à leur disposition des opportunités d’apprentissages dynamiques dirigés par des experts de partout au Canada et même de l’international.

“CARA has been instrumental in both growing my network and increasing my professional development! Through my CARA membership and attending conferences, I have met my peers across the country and have been able to discuss challenges and best practices. I have kept up with trends in the research administration field by attending webinars, and have also worked on my writing and presentation skills through presenting via webinar and at CARA National”

Lauren Gogo, Hamilton Health Sciences
Last summer, I successfully graduated from the first cohort of the online Certificate in Research Administration program in partnership with Mohawk College. During my time in the program, many positive opportunities for discussion and networking emerged. I learned a wealth of information from my peers in Research Administration, and from others who were new to the field through weekly online discussions and course assignments. This continual stream of new knowledge has helped me grow in my career. In my opinion, these course discussions are the "goldmine" we need to tap as research administrators in a field that is constantly faced with change. The program also inspired me to take on a mentorship role at CARA; I'm very proud and happy to serve in the role of a CARA mentor and provide guidance and knowledge to the next generation of CRA students. Thank you for providing this valuable professional development opportunity!

Elizabeth Russell-Minda, Research Development Officer, Western University
"We at Pisces Research Project Management Inc, appreciate how Cara creates a collaborative community for information sharing. Through their webinars, extensive library and informative conference presentations, our company has learned many valuable skills to help us continue to grow."

Dr. Kes Morton, PIsces PRM, Executive Director of Casrai
Volunteering for CARA as co-Chairs of the Awards, Honours, and Distinctions SIG changed the way we approached our jobs. Instead of fearing our competition, we embraced them, and opened up ourselves to a network of amazing and learned individuals from across the country. We trust our SIG to help us grow in our roles and provide support when our institutional colleagues cannot understand our unique experiences. We also look forward to seeing them every year because there ain’t no party like an AWARDS SIG party!

Julaine Hall (Western University) and Tom Barber (University of Waterloo)
As a long standing member of CARA, I have been astounded by the transformation of the association from a small professional development cohort to a dynamic professional community, with an expanded scope to include hospitals, funding agencies and colleges, engaging the full spectrum of Research Administrators across Canada. CARA’s partnership with Mohawk College has elevated and exposed the profession of Research Administration as a satisfying career path, filled with rich opportunities. Through CARA, I have expanded not only my professional network, but my opportunities to grow and learn alongside my fellow Research Administrators.

Katie Porter, Hamilton Health Sciences
Being a member, and past president of CARA, has contributed to my success and overall understanding of the research administration realm. My employer was also pleased to see me engaged with CARA because it made me a more informed employee and ultimately a better support to the researchers in my faculty. It also allowed me to learn what was happening all across Canada, and to forge some really great friendships.

Francis Chandler
How did you use your professional association to grow your professional profile? (wrote for blog, won an award, built a network, fellow experts' advice, presented at conference or webinar, etc.)I did many of those things and they all paid off. Some lasted longer than others, but every side project or volunteer task lead to new connections and new skills. Presenting your ideas at CARA national is very rewarding; I highly recommend it.

Danielle Connell, St. Thomas University
My experience with CARA has been such a positive one where I’ve been able to both moderate and present at a national conferences, host webinars, present posteres, and contribute toward social media posts and blog all of which have led to increasing my network connections and not to mention broaden my knowledge base of the Research Administration Profession. Suffice to say it’s been an excellent conduit for professional development!

Daniela Bianco, Hamilton Health Sciences
Melissa Gordon of UWO has been a wonderful mentor. She listened and shared her own experiences whichhave been invaluable in helping me shape my own career path. The mentoring program complements the courses in a positive manner.

Crystal Noronha, McGill University
Le concours d’affiches est une activité formidable et en plein essor à la conférence nationale de l’ACAAR. C’est une option vraiment intéressante, car je pense que certains sujets sont plus adaptés pour une présentation par affiche. J’aime présenter des affiches car on a alors l’occasion d’échanger et de réseauter avec des personnes partageant nos intérêts. Souvent, dans les sessions de présentation en parallèle, la période des questions est écourtée à cause de la longueur des présentations : vous planifiez rencontrer les présentateurs pour leur poser vos questions plus tard, mais cela ne se concrétise pas toujours dans le cadre d’une conférence par ailleurs bien occupée. De plus, avec des sessions en parallèle, on rate certaines présentations auxquelles on aimerait participer, tandis qu’avec les affiches, il est possible de les consulter au moment qui nous convient en dehors de la période du concours. Enfin, étant donné les préférences et les zones de confort différentes selon les personnes, disposer de plusieurs options de présentation rend ces activités accessibles à un plus grand nombre de personnes. J’ai aimé présenter les informations sur les activités de planification d’un programme de recherche à destination des nouveaux chercheurs dans lesquelles j’étais impliquée. L’intérêt démontré pour mon affiche pendant et après la conférence a également renforcé mon sentiment que la planification était importante pour la réussite du chercheur. Je l’ai donc adapté en webinaire pour l’ACAAR au printemps dernier, ce qui a ajouté à mes compétences. Je peux ajouter à mon CV mon premier prix au concours d’affiches et le montant du prix a permis de payer les coûts d’impression de l’affiche et une partie des coûts de déplacement (qui ne sont pas toujours couverts par les fonds institutionnels pour le perfectionnement professionnel). J’ai hâte de présenter de nouvelles affiches dans les prochaines conférences.

Patricia Tait
“Je me suis inscrite à deux cours du Certificat en administration de la recherche offert par l’ACAAR. La qualité de l’enseignement, du matériel distribué en classe et des discussion m’a été très précieuse. Je recommande chaudement ce programme à toute personne intéressée par ce domaine ainsi que vous ceux qui y travaillent déjà. La possibilité de recevoir une bourse m’a permis de m’inscrire à mon deuxième cours, et je suis très reconnaissante envers l’ACAAR pour cette opportunité. J’espère avancer professionnellement grâce à ce certificat.

Crystal Noronha, MSc, Assistant de recherche, Université McGill
Je me suis inscrite au cours Développement des propositions de financement au collège Mohawk afin d'en apprendre davantage sur la façon d'être un rédacteur de subvention à succès. En tant que jeune diplômée et nouvel employée à l'Université de la Colombie-Britannique, je savais que cette habilité serait un atout précieux dans ma carrière en cours. Ce qui m'a le plus impressionné, c'est l'accent mis sur l’application des connaissances et le travail collaboratif, car il m'a fallu élaborer, critiquer et soumettre une proposition de subvention à un bailleur de fonds en plus des discussions en ligne et en face à face avec d'autres personnes de partout au Canada. Nous avons eu l'occasion de nous rencontrer, d'apprendre et d'appliquer ces nouvelles compétences et techniques dans nos propres milieux de travail grâce aux conseils et au soutien que nous avons reçus et donnés entre étudiants et aussi grâce au Dre Chandler. Ces liens et ces nouvelles compétences m'ont été d'une aide inestimable, car je suis ravi de dire que j'ai soumis ma proposition et qu'elle a été financée! Je recommande fortement ce cours, ainsi que l'ensemble du programme, à toute personne impliquée dans ce domaine, d'autant plus qu'il est enseigné par des experts de l'administration de la recherche au Canada

Kristin Smart
Présenter une affiche à la conférence nationale de l'ACAAR était une excellente façon de partager notre expérience et de recevoir les commentaires de nos pairs. Les discussions sur notre processus interne d'évaluation par les pairs avec d'autres personnes impliquées dans des initiatives similaires nous a été particulièrement utile. Je tiens à remercier Process Pathways pour son généreux parrainage du concours d'affiches de l'ACAAR. Ce fut un honneur de voir notre affiche sélectionnée par nos collègues administrateurs de recherche pour le Prix du public.
The courses that I have taken so far in the Research Administration Certificate program have been very interesting and exceedingly useful. Through discussions with my peers in the program, I have learned so much about the topic areas as well as how common issues are handled at other institutions. The instructors have been really well organized, engaged, and responsive to suggestions. I have also very much appreciated the involvement of international students in the program. They have brought a different and interesting perspective to the discussion topics. Overall, I am very happy with the way the program is organized, the course content and relevant assignments, the instructors, and the Mohawk College elearn platform.

Jacqueline Dockray
I would like to offer my sincere thanks to Process Pathways for sponsoring the CARA Poster Competition. Submitting a poster to the CARA poster competition is an excellent way to engage with your colleagues at our national conference, facilitate discussions and spark new ideas. Winning the poster competition was a nice professional acknowledgement and a great opportunity to share my research on the globalization of clinical trials. I look forward every year to seeing the work of my fellow research administrators being featured. Katie Porter, Director of Research Administration, Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation
Mon adhésion à l'ACAAR au cours des six dernières années a été extrêmement utile à ma croissance en tant que coordonnatrice du développement de la recherche. J'ai eu la chance d'assister à de nombreuses conférences de l’ACAAR au niveau national et de CARA West, qui m'ont toujours permis d'en apprendre davantage sur l'environnement de financement de la recherche au Canada et le développement d’un portefeuille de recherche, tout en favorisant le développement de mon réseau professionnel. Au cours des dernières années, j'ai aimé participer plus activement à l’ACAAR en étant bénévolat pour donner des webinaires, travailler avec un groupe d'intérêt spécial et éditer le bulletin d'information de l'ACAAR. Grâce au partenariat de l’ACAAR avec ARMA, je termine actuellement mon certificat en administration de la recherche et je suis impatient de poursuivre ma formation grâce au certificat en gestion de la recherche. L’ACAAR m'a été très utile sur les plans personnel et professionnel en tant que coordonnatrice du développement de la recherche, et je recommande fortement à tous ceux qui cherchent à élargir leurs connaissances en administration de la recherche et leurs réseaux d’adhérer à l’association.

Gwen E. Hill, MA, Coordonnatrice du développement de la recherche, Royal Roads University
My membership in CARA over the past six years has been incredibly helpful to my growth as a Research Development Coordinator. I have been fortunate to attend many CARA National and CARA West conferences, which have always provided me with opportunities to learn more about the Canadian funding environment and research portfolio development, while supporting the development of my professional network. In recent years I have enjoyed participating in CARA more actively by volunteering to teach webinars, work with a special interest group, and edit the CARA newsletter. Through CARA’s partnership with ARMA, I am currently wrapping up my Certificate in Research Administration, and looking forward to further training through the Certificate in Research Management. CARA has been of great personal and professional benefit to me as a Research Development Coordinator, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to broaden their research administration knowledge and networks.

Gwen E. Hill, MA, Research Development Coordinator, Royal Roads University
Research Administration Certificate program is an excellent match to my interest, as I am interested in acareer in research development. Thecourse contents are highly valuable in terms of building upon myexpertise. Furthermore, this program provides a platform tocommunicate and share knowledge andexperience with the professionals in diverse institutions in Canada, a fantastic opportunity tolearn fromeach other. This program is doing wonders to me - I committo contribute to the CARA community andwish success of the program.

Sanjukta Choudhury, Post-doctoral Fellow, University of Saskatchewan
These weekly classes are highly relevant to my work interests. I can tailor the assignment topics to my own professional development needs and source from my work experiences, knowledge, and current projects.For me, the best part of these courses has been the hundreds of insightful discussions about research development and administration issues my peers and I share. Learning how these are dealt with at other institutions has been invaluable, as are the connections I’ve made with colleagues from a range of research institutions, across the country and abroad.

Gen Clark, Research Facilitator
Funding received through CARA’s certificate bursary will help me achieve the professional certification requisite I need to qualify for a more senior research development position.
As a new member of CARA, and an emerging researcher administer, I’m thrilled to be awarded the CARA bursary for the Research Administration Certificate. This bursary will ensure that I can financially continue my studies while I transition within my career in research administration. One of the reasons I’m taking the Research Admin certificate is to further my career in this field, and explore the incredible opportunities provided by CARA and Mohawk. I’m appreciative of the opportunity to increase my knowledge and improve my skills so that I can be at the leading edge of research administration within the Canadian research environment.
Certification in the Research Administration program provided me a great opportunity to learn about various facets of research administration (pre- and post-grant) that are useful in my daily work setting. It has empowered my knowledge about the field in general. I may not have got a chance to explore those topics in-depth on my own if I was not taking this course. It was especially a very valuable experience for someone like me who transitioned form the other side of the table (research) to the research administration world. It has allowed me to connect with expert CARA colleagues and mentors who facilitated my journey to the finish line. Overall, it was an absolute fantastic experience!

Anita Sharma, Research Grants Development Officer, Thompson Rivers University
Excellent course, practical content and instructors are quick to respond to any questions.

Toni Tidy about the Contracts & Reporting Course in the Research Administration Certificate
The Research Administration program offered through CARA/Mohawk College is a wonderful learning opportunity for both new and existing administrators in the profession.Research is unique, complex and always evolving. This program offers administrators the knowledge needed to understand all aspects of research administration from both the pre award and post award side. The online aspects of this course has been beneficial in providing flexibility in time management. As a working mom, I found this valuable to be able to listen to lectures and read the material when it best suited my schedule. In the short time frame I have been enrolled in the program, I already have gained a greater understanding of the challenges and complexities institutions face in the research environment. I look forward to learning more throughout the duration of the courses.

Simonette Wood Research Administration Certificate
I have been fortunate to enroll in the Research Administration College Certificate sponsored through the Canadian Association of Research Administrators - at first out of curiosity to what my employees might gain from the experience. But to my delight, there are nuggets of wisdom and shared experience that are of benefit to all. Many of us get narrow in scopewith one or two functions within the project cycle, and in regards to funding sources and opportunities while this opportunity broadens one's understanding of the project life-cycle and opportunities while learning through other's shared success and failures. I would highly recommend activeparticipation in this professional development opportunity for researchadministrators at all levels.

Dr. Greg Anderson, PhD Research Administration Certificate
Taking part in theCertificate in Research Administrationhas already been a great help in my current role. The applied nature of the assignments allow me to use them in my daily work, and relate my work to the course material. In addition, the coursework provides the opportunity to explore all areas of research and aspects of research administration, which I hope will be a resource for future career opportunities.

Theodore Konya Certificate in Research Administration
CARA awards are an important part of our annual program as they recognize the immense effort our volunteers put into this organization. Receiving this award is important to me as it shows my superiors that CARA is valuable to me and that makes me valuable to my employer.

Frances Chandler
As a recipient of both CARA’s Research Management Excellence Award, as well as the Dan Chase Distinguished Service Award, I have felt a renewed sense of pride in the work that I have done to advance the profession of research administration, and remain highly appreciative of CARA’s acknowledgement.CARA’s recognition has broadened my network, enhanced my marketability as a professional and, most importantly, allowed me to grow as a leader in our field. It is an honour to be recognized by one’s peers!

Katie Porter
Receiving the Research Management Excellence Award in 2015 was a wonderful recognition by my peers as I began my 20th year in my career in research management. I was pleased, honoured and excited about the award. But more than that I was energized by this accolade. The fact that it came from peers made me recognize the importance of maintaining my networks among my peers who are always there to answer my questions and provide critical insight from their own perspectives. It also made me realize I have an obligation to return that energy and continue my role as a mentor to newer research administration professionals both in a formal role as a mentor in the CARA accreditation program but also informally among colleagues in CARA and internationally in ARMA and ARMS.

David J Phipps
Truth be told, I bought the CARA publication because I contributed to the particular e-book,Career Journeys: Leaders Share Different Career Journeys in Research Administration, the third in this CARA initiative, so perhaps the purchase was fuelled by a bit of narcissism on my part.After reading through it, though, I was honoured to be included in this group of “leaders,” which I don’t think truly applies to me and is probably a detail I missed when I sent my contribution, and to be among a grouping that pretty much all have PhDs, something in which I am also lacking.But what impressed me about this publication is the diversity of people’s backgrounds and the variety of career paths that led them to their current post, something that I personally find fascinating. The recurring thread for those featured was that, for the most part, none had intentionally pursued a career in research administration, but all the various paths led them to this common ground. I also like that each entry had the writer’s distinct voice and personal story. I would recommend the book to anyone who is interested in learning about others’ career paths, and who might want to find inspiration for how the amalgamation of various past experiences contributes to an individual’s overall evolution in employment.

Carla DeMarco, University of Toronto
I have enjoyed my volunteer service to CARA. During the past two years, I have presented seven webinars for CARA. They provided an opportunity to learn the nuances of Canadian research administration and, importantly, to meet interesting colleagues through the online medium.I hope to continue my relationship with CARA by preparing further webinars on topics of interest to a broad CARA audience.

Dean Smith
The Certificate Research Administration looks like a really exciting course. It looks quite intensive. The units look very interesting and very applicable to my position. The system is so easily laid out for students and the requirements are clearly stated. I really appreciate that the course is so well organized.

Karen Mosier, University of Saskatchewan
CARA has been a wonderful learning and engagement experience for me. I attended my first national conference very early in my career and I decided that I wanted to be more engaged with the organization. I volunteered to do a little work with the Project Management SIG and then decided to place my name forward for service on the Executive. I was delighted and humbled to be appointed to the board and contributed some time on the PD Committee and conference organizing committees during my tenure. It was a truly enjoyable and rewarding experience meeting new colleagues and just immersing myself in and absorbing every drop of wisdom and experience with all of the amazing people who are and define CARA.

Dean Strickland
Grâce à la remarquable communauté d'administrateurs de la recherche que regroupe l'ACAAR, j'ai eu l'occasion de me consacrer à ma formation continue par le biais de webinaires, d'articles et ouvrages recommandés et des groupes d'intérêt spécifique (GIS), pour ne citer que quelques ressources à la disposition des membres l'ACAAR.Le programme de mentorat de l'ACAAR m'a aussi permis de développer plusieurs compétences nouvelles et de trouver le soutien, la motivation et les modèles de référence que je cherchais partout au pays.Je suis bien évidemment très reconnaissante envers l'ACAAR pour toutes les opportunités qui m'ont été offertes, non seulement en tant que bénévole, mais aussi en tant que membre.

Karin Dupeyron
Faire partie de l’ACARU m’a été très bénéfique. J’ai beaucoup appris, aimé et grandi dans la profession d’administrateur de recherche depuis que je suis membre. Les conférences sont de magnifiques plateformes de réseautage, de partage d’expériences, d’identification des aspects problématiques, de discussions sur divers sujets allant de l’éthique aux indicateurs. Elles permettent d’obtenir des renseignements de première main sur les changements et mises à jour dans les trois organismes subventionnaires fédéraux.

Nur Eisma UBC / C&W Coordinator, Pre & Post Awards | Office of Research Services (ORS) & Child & Family Research Institute (CFRI)
Je suis membre de l’ACAAR depuis 2003 et je me suis impliqué à titre de présentateur, d’organisateur de sessions, de membre de l’exécutif, en tant que représentant ACAAR à des conférences sur le transfert technologique et le contrôle de l’export, et même en tant qu’animateur d’un spectacle de talent! J’ai assisté à INORMS et apporté l’expérience de l’ACAAR à nos collègues administrateurs de recherche à ARMA au Royaume Uni et à ARMS en Australie. Participer à l’ACAAR m’a toujours permis de me sentir appartenir à une communauté. J’ai posé des questions sur la liste de diffusion, j’ai répondu à certaines questions lorsque je pensais pouvoir contribuer aux discussions, et je sais qu’il y a des gens que je peux appeler lorsque j’ai des questions que je ne suis pas encore prêt à formuler publiquement par écrit. L’ACAAR aide mes collègues et moi à maximiser l’impact des services à nos chercheurs et à notre institution.

David J. Phipps, Ph.D., MBA Vice-rectorat à la recherche et à l’innovation Vice-President Research & Innovation | Bureau des services de recherche YORK UNIVERSITY
Être un membre impliqué dans l’ACAAR est une excellente opportunité de développement professionnel et je continue de tirer pleinement profit de ce réseau dynamique d’administratrices et d’administrateurs de recherche.

Katie Porter, MBA, MA, B.Ed Director of Research Administration | Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation
Grâce à l’ACAAR, j’ai eu la chance faire la connaissance de plusieurs collègues que je considère comme maintenant comme mes amis. Le meilleur aspect de l’ACAAR est le réseautage avec nos homologues des autres institutions et les échanges liés à des problématiques communes et leurs solutions. Le réseautage par l’entremise de l’ACAAR a grandement amélioré mes connaissances dès le premier jour.

Angela Zeno, BA, CPA, CGA Manager, Research | Accounting York University
Par l’entremise de l’ACAAR, j’ai accès à des webinaires hautement éducatifs sur des sujets très pertinents. Je suis connecté à une communauté en ligne d’administrateurs de recherche, d’organismes subventionnaires et de consultants à travers le Canada. Cette plateforme m’a été d’une grande utilité pour poser des questions et trouver des solutions.

Deepak S. Gupta, D. Sc., P. Eng. (AB) Directeur, Recherche appliquée, Services d’innovation et d’ entrepreneuriat | Centennial College
Par l’entremise de l’ACAAR, j’ai accès à des webinaires hautement éducatifs sur des sujets très pertinents. Je suis connecté à une communauté en ligne d’administrateurs de recherche, d’organismes subventionnaires et de consultants à travers le Canada. Cette plateforme m’a été d’une grande utilité pour poser des questions et trouver des solutions.

Sandra Crocker Vice-rectrice adjointe | Carleton University

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