Assistant Director, Research Programs

Position Details
Position Information

Position Title	Assistant Director, Research Programs
Department/Unit	Research Services
Location	Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number	S158-24
Employee Group	DPMG
Position Type	Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable)	2 years
Employment Type	Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)	1
Salary	$76,037 - $101,995 per annum
Classification	ADM-07
Provisional Statement	This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
About Dalhousie University	Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary	Dalhousie University is a member of the U-15, Canada’s group of top 15 research-intensive universities. Under the leadership of the Vice-President Research & Innovation, Dalhousie administers over $200M annually in research funding. Reporting to the Director, Strategic Initiatives and Programs, the Assistant Director, Research Programs retains responsibility for coordination of pre-award supports across Faculties, supports refining pre-award processes, as well as more broadly supporting institutional compliance with national and international funder policies. The Assistant Director provides oversight, leadership, support and direction to the Faculty-based Research Facilitators.
Key Responsibilities	Oversee ongoing University compliance with national and international funding agency policies as they arise and/or evolve. Lead the coordination of information sharing, process development and implementation when new policies and processes are introduced by funding agencies. Liaise with national and international funders to collect available information to assess new and evolving requirements, where possible map with existing capacities and processes within ORS. Liaise with researchers, research teams, University departments, senior administration, and external partners to oversee operations of application preparation teams. Work with a variety of university experts to assemble data and evidence of research strength in relation to funding applications; explore and ascertain alignments with institutional strategic plans, particularly those of the Research and Innovation enterprise. Provide information and advice to Associate Deans Research, and Department Heads to ensure that applications are completed to their best advantage, are strategically placed to take advantage of the programs, and meet all the policies of the University and the agencies. Evaluate the effectiveness of Faculty research funding strategies and provide guidance on international and interdisciplinary research funding programs and opportunities. Identify research synergies and creates opportunities for new avenues of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research.
Note	The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications	Master’s degree with seven to ten years’ related experience working in management and/or leadership role (or equivalent combination of training and experience). Experience managing personnel and leading multi-disciplinary teams. Experience dealing with the analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of complex information. Excellent judgment, strong organizational skills, and problem-solving skills. The ability to work at both an operational and strategic level is vital to this role. Excellent communication skills are required – the incumbent must be able to present information in outreach sessions effectively, advise on and edit research applications and communicate appropriately in person and by e-mail.
Assets	Experience in project management. Knowledge of the research funding environment including funding programs, research funding agencies and practices, and functions related to research and research administration.
Job Competencies	The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular: - Respect & Inclusion - Knowledge & Thinking Skills - Relationship Building - Resource & Process Management - Change & Innovation
Additional Information	Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration	Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.
Diversity Statement	Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Open Date	05/16/2024
Close Date	06/07/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/16605