Coordinator of Research Training & Support - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Position DetailsPosition InformationPosition TitleCoordinator of Research Training & SupportDepartment/UnitMedical Research Development OfficeLocationHalifaxPosting NumberS293-22Employee GroupDPMGPosition TypeRegular, On-GoingDuration of Contract (if applicable)Employment TypeFull TimeFull-time Equivalency (FTE)1.0Salary$48,529 - $64,821 per annumClassificationADM-04Provisional StatementThis is a provisional classification. Formal classification procedures will be initiated by the Job Design Unit in approximately six months.About Dalhousie UniversityDalhousie 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 more than 20,000 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 SummaryDalhousie 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 Director, Medical Research Development Office ( MRDO ), the Coordinator of Research Training & Support provides vision and leadership in the delivery of effective and timely education on research and professional development to help learners excel in their research careers.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelops, oversees and manages all medical research trainee programs for post-graduate medical residents, research support programs and continuing research and professional education for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and research assistants.Responsible for the ongoing development, administration and evaluation of the Professional and Research Education Program, including the development and management of a Dalhousie certificate for this program.Management and oversight of the Clinician Investigator Program, Medical Research Graduate Program, and Summer Student Research Program including the acceptance of new students into these programs, as well as advising students on program requirements and research strategies.Provides strategic advice to the MRDO team related to programs and build and maintain effective working relationships with researcher-related faculty, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, research assistants and staff at Dalhousie.NoteHybrid role: 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.Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.QualificationsUndergraduate degree with three to five years’ related experience in adult education and program development/implementation, as well as program and project management (or an equivalent combination of training and experience) is required. Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects and with diverse teams. Proven organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills, and attention to detail are required. Experience working in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment is required.Job CompetenciesThe 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
• Service
• Thinking and Acting Strategically
• Relationship Building

Additional InformationDalhousie 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 ConsiderationApplications 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 StatementDalhousie 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 with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.Posting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies1Open Date08/16/2022Close Date08/23/2022Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantQuick Apply

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