Manager, Faculty Research Programs (Internal Posting)

Dalhousie University, Canada

Updated: 8 days ago
Location: Halifax Mid Harbour Nova Scotia Provincial Government, NOVA SCOTIA
Deadline: 23 Apr 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Position Title Manager, Faculty Research Programs (Internal Posting)
Department/Unit Medical Research Development Office
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number S129-24
Employee Group DPMG
Position Type Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0
Salary $58,103 - $77,730 per annum
Classification ADM-05
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 Medical School attracts some of Canada’s top students, physicians, and health researchers. With campuses in Halifax, Nova Scotia and Saint John, New Brunswick, and over 100 teaching sites across the Maritimes, we provide aspiring doctors and health researchers with the highest caliber of education. Reporting to the Senior Manager, the Faculty Research Programs Manager Services contributes to the effective and efficient management of the faculty research programs by guiding, administering, and overseeing new and existing Faculty of Medicine research programs, including associated Advancement agreements.
Key Responsibilities
  • Works with the Senior Manager, the Associate Dean, Research, the Office of Advancement, and faculty members to oversee the development and implementation of research programs in the Faculty of Medicine.
  • Provides oversight for the coordination of the application, review, and awards process for research programs.
  • Oversees research program budgets, ensuring allocation processes and financial reporting.
  • Works closely with Office of Advancement staff to determine readiness of financial commitments related to research programs.
  • Collaborate with a variety of colleagues to oversee the recruitment and hiring process for endowed chair positions, as well as the renewal of these positions.
  • Supervises the Coordinator, Faculty Research Programs, including performance management and development, workload management, leave management, and discipline, according to the collective agreement.
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
  • University degree with three to five years’ relevant experience in a post-secondary academic, research funding or administration environment (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Experience with guideline/program development preferred.
  • Must have strong financial and analytical skills.
  • Professionalism with confidential information and matters.
  • Ability to work in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects and with diverse teams.
Assets
  • Experience in a research environment.
  • Experience with project management.
  • Experience managing staff.
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
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service
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 for this position are restricted to current employees of Dalhousie University as described in the Internal Posting Guidelines .
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 04/16/2024
Close Date 04/23/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/16386

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