ORS database
Find upcoming major funding competitions from local, provincial, national and international sources on the University of Manitoba Office of Research Services (ORS) database. The database is updated weekly.
Supporting research
We're here to help make the administrative side of research a little easier. The resources below will connect you with funding, awards, tools, spaces, opportunities, and information — all in effort to enhance your journey to discovery.
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Funding
As a faculty member or researcher at Max Rady College of Medicine, you have access to various funding opportunities to support your research.
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Rady funding opportunities
We're dedicated to fueling your research with the right support. The Office of the Vice-Dean Research manages several internal funding sources. Explore the available options to find the perfect fit for your project.
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Internal funding programs
The university provides a range of research support programs, administered by the Vice-President (Research and International) and the Office of Research Services. These programs are designed to help you get the resources you need to advance your research.
The following grant and funding resources can be found on the Rady Faculty intranet site:
- Grant submission process
- Grant signing process
- Grant guidelines and forms
- CIHR Internal Review Process
- Letters of support
- External granting agencies
Research funding databases
Find funding opportunities from internal, Canadian and international sources.
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SPIN funding database
Search the SPIN (Sponsored Programs Information Network) database for thousands of Canadian and international funding opportunities.
You need a valid UM email address to access SPIN.
Resources and supports
There are various tools and resources available to support the journey to discovery.
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Biological safety program
Get resources and guidance for using biological materials safely, responsibly, and in compliance with regulations.
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Forms
Find and submit the forms you need as you carry out your research.
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Research administration tools
Learn about the Research Administration System (RAS) project and access My Research Tools (MRT) to streamline your research administration.
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Research ethics
Explore guidelines across four key areas: animal care, human ethics (Bannatyne), human ethics (Fort Garry), and environmental health and safety.
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Research policies and guidelines
Familiarize yourself with the policies and guidelines that govern research activities at UM.
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Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap)
Use REDCap for managing and capturing your research data electronically.
Research development
The Max Rady College of Medicine sees value in creating an environment that results in increased competitive grant funding for basic and clinical faculty members.
With opportunity to foster collaborative research among basic and clinical faculty we can identify clusters of common activities for enhanced translational research and synergy among faculty programs. As this initiative grows and continues to take shape, we've identified preliminary areas of focus and objectives listed in the tabs below.
Areas of focus
- Research basic and clinical
- Collaboration
- Mentorship and development of faculty
- Externally funded grant support
Program objectives
- Promoting and enhancing research activities throughout the Max Rady College of Medicine
- Building linkages to enhance synergy and cohesion among basic science and clinical faculty
- Mentorship of new and early career investigators
- Develop networks and collaborative programs locally and internationally
Contact
Lorrie Kirshenbaum
Director, research development
204-235-3661
lorrie@sbrc.ca
Research facilitator
Connect with a Rady Faculty appointed research facilitator for Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and other medical science funding agencies at UM.
Research facilitation services
- Assist researchers to develop competitive research grant applications, proposals, and clinical trial protocols that support research in the medical sciences
- Copyedit support and review of grant applications and proposals to provide feedback on:
- study design, methodology, feasibility, budget and other proposal components
- addressing comments from previous reviewers
- adherence to grant application guidelines
- writing clarity, logic and flow of the document
- Provide support and assistance for nominations and Canada Research Chair (CRC) applications
Contact
The research facilitator (dentistry, medicine, pharmacy) role is currently vacant. If you have questions, please contact radyresearch@umanitoba.ca.
Trainee opportunities
We want to see our trainees thrive. There are many resources, awards and opportunities available to undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
Canadian Student Health Research Forum (CSHRF)
This annual event offers a venue for the networking, research exposure and recognition of Canada's most promising research trainees in the health sciences. Each year we invite universities to nominate their top PhD students in health sciences to participate in the forum.
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Among some of the notable highlights of this forum is a judged oral (research poster) presentation, awards of excellence, and opportunities for students to network with other participants in their research area.
UM opportunities and support
Through the Office of the Vice-President (Research and International), undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows have many supports and opportunities while they work and learn under the formal supervision of independent researchers.
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Banting postdoctoral fellowships
The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships support exceptional postdocs worldwide. Apply for one of the seventy fellowships awarded annually across Canada to advance your research career.
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Graduate funding, awards and financial aid
The Faculty of Graduate Studies provides resources to help you access funding, so you can focus on your studies and research without financial stress.
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Research grant-funded student jobs
Use our database to find job opportunities funded by research grants, posted by individual UM faculty members. Explore positions that align with your research interests.
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UM postdoctoral fellows
For those who have completed a doctoral degree within the past five years and seek further training, UM offers opportunities to work under the supervision of a faculty member in a specific research area.
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Undergraduate research awards
UM provides unique learning opportunities through various research awards, allowing undergraduate students to interact with top researchers and gain hands-on experience.
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Undergraduate research poster competition
The Undergraduate Research Poster Competition gives students a platform to showcase their research expertise and passion, offering a chance to present their work and connect with peers.
Network and facilities
Our aim is to support and elevate your research through a wide range of centers, services, platforms and a neuroscience network. We provide access to cutting-edge laboratory equipment and spaces, along with expertise in clinical trials, data science, knowledge translation, and evaluation. Plus, we house Manitoba's largest repository of health and population data, offering invaluable computational and statistical resources for your research.
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ASSOCIATE DEAN (RESEARCH) Contact us
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Richard Keijzer
Associate dean (Research)
204-789-3375
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Carla Dunton
Office assistant
204-789-3375
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Barbie Haddon
Administrative assistant
204-789-3886
barbie.haddon@umanitoba.ca
Our office
Office of the Associate Dean (Research)
A203 Chown Building
753 McDermot Avenue (Bannatyne campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T6 Canada
204-789-3375