Research Administrator, Strategic Initiatives

Dalhousie University, Canada

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Halifax Mid Harbour Nova Scotia Provincial Government, NOVA SCOTIA
Deadline: 31 May 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Position Title Research Administrator, Strategic Initiatives
Department/Unit Research Services
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number S159-24
Employee Group DPMG
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) 3 years (with possibility of renewal)
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1
Salary $51,234 - $68,435 per annum
Classification ADM-04
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 Manager, Institutional and International Programs, the Research Administrator (RA) is responsible for supporting the administration of institutional and strategic funding opportunities, with a particular focus on opportunities supported by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF). The RA maintains expert knowledge and understanding of research funding agency programs and policies and Dalhousie’s research policies and procedures. The RA advises senior ORS staff on all post-award matters.
Key Responsibilities
  • Reviews successful grant applications, subawards, and transfers of funding, with particular emphasis on the budget, financial management component and any partnership funds with specific attention to initiatives funded through CFREF.
  • Confirms the need for certifications or ethics approval with researchers and responsible units and authorizes internal research account opening.
  • Maintains knowledge, advises researchers, and confers with the ORS Legal team on university and granting agency policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance.
  • Reviews Transfer of Funds letters, confirms the availability of funds, and verifies the status of the researcher as co-investigator and the eligibility of the partnering institution.
  • Supports researchers in the transfer of funds, outgoing partnership agreements, sub-awards and sub-contracts between institutions and external collaborators, as detailed in the Notice of Award and/or grant application, and ensures the transfer occurs in accordance with the university’s and funding agency’s policies and procedures.
  • Supports researchers and administrators in meeting annual reporting. Represents Dalhousie in liaising with administrative units at other institutions.
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
  • Undergraduate degree, with approximately three to five years’ related experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Demonstrated excellent client service experience working independently in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
  • Excellent attention to detail, and teamwork, communication and problem solving skills.
  • Knowledge of commonly used office software packages, database experience and expertise.
Assets
  • Experience in a university environment in an area related to research grants administration and external funding agencies.
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:
- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Respect & Inclusion
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Service
- Relationship Building
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 05/17/2024
Close Date 05/31/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/16613