Research Specialist, Schulich School of Engineering - Jobs in Calgary

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Research Specialist, Schulich School of EngineeringJob ID: 29441 Updated: September 1, 2023 Location: Main Campus We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.Position OverviewThe Schulich School of Engineering is currently seeking a Full-time Limited Term Research Specialist for approximately 2 years.As a Research Specialist for the Schulich School of Engineering (SSE), you will play a vital role in facilitating the research process at SSE, supporting researchers in securing funding for their projects, and promoting the growth and development of SSE #39;s research program. This position works closely with academic staff, Associate Dean Research and senior managers, as well as liaise with the UofC Research Services. This role will report to the Manager of Community and Social Impact.The primary purpose of the Research Specialist position is to provide comprehensive research facilitation in the SSE. This includes reviewing grant applications, administering research agreements and funding applications, coordinating with faculty members and funding agencies, analyzing research statistics, liasing with the university Research Services and providing support to the Associate Dean Research.In this role, you will provide advice, education, assistance, and information to SSE faculty members to support the research process. Additionally, you will collaborate with other university units such as the VPR Office, Research Services, International Office, other faculties, and Innovate Calgary to proactively identify and capitalize on funding opportunities for SSE researchers. This role will work in conjunction with the Research Coordinator, the Grant Writers and the Event and Admin Coordinators.Position DescriptionSummary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Develops expert knowledge on funding requirements for funding programs that fall within their portfolio and provides advising in the development of grant proposals for faculty.
• Provide editorial and criteria review to ensure research is communicated effectively in line with University and funding agency policy/guidelines
• Educates researchers about policies, timelines and procedures related to the grant submission process for a wide array of funding agencies.
• Work in concert with the Research Services Office to coordinate research grant submissions in line with the University of Calgary policies and procedures (i.e. internal approvals)
• Keeps up to date on funding opportunities in what is a complex and rapidly changing environment
• Analyze data from diverse sources, and review records of research funding statistics, research performance measures, grant applications, publications, citations, and other relevant information.
• Manage time efficiently to meet concurrent deadlines and handle tasks within a high workload and constantly changing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both writtenamp; oral to enable concise correspondence, and respond to enquiries with confidentiality and discretion; to disseminate information is required.
• Liaise with Research Services, Legal Services, external agencies and partner universities during the grant development and submission process as necessary.
• Ensure the research community is appropriately informed, in a timely manner of emerging opportunities, program changes and requirements
• Respond to industry inquiries for equipment or possible research collaborations and meet with industry and faculty as required.
• Recognize and protect sensitive information contained in grant proposals, including confidential research plans, intellectual property, and faculty, staff and trainee salary details.
• Provide strategic support for events, committees and meetings related to research funding. This includes facilitation.
• Oversee the Undergraduate Student Summer Research Program
• Ability for occasional travel within Canada to attend research facilitation events, training, and site-visits

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Masters degree in Engineering or Science is required. PhD and/or post-doctoral experience is an asset.
• Professional experience of 2-5 years with research or project administrationamp; coordination is required.
• Strong knowledge of the academic research funding landscape is essential.
• Skilled at data extraction and compilation, and ability to solve problems related to data management is required.
• Professional judgement and strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills are required.
• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks logically is a required skill demonstrated by experience.
• Experience with financial and budget administration, is an asset.
• Ability to learn new computer programs, expert level Microsoft Excel and Teams; PeopleSoft; Research Management System are required.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and adapt to multiple competing priorities.

Application Deadline: September 8, 2023We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted. Additional InformationThis position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 3.The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.About the University of CalgaryThe University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca .The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High , committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca ).Do you have most but not all the qualifications Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities , and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.View our Application FAQs for answers to common questions regarding the application and selection process.University of Calgary2500 University Dr. NWCalgary, Alberta, CanadaT2N 1N4