Research Coordinator - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Position DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Research CoordinatorDepartment/Unit Community Health & EpidemiologyLocation HalifaxPosting Number S442-22Employee Group NSGEU Local 77Position Type Regular, On-GoingDuration of Contract (if applicable)Employment Type Full TimeFull-time Equivalency (FTE) 1Salary $25.08 - $31.81 per hour ($45,639 - $57,886 per annum, 35 hours per week)Classification C6Provisional 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 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 SummaryThe Department of Community Health and Epidemiology (CH&E) is part of the Faculty of Medicine and comprises approximately 22 faculty based in Nova Scotia and Saint John NB, 4 administrative staff, 80-100 research personnel and 4-8 postdoctoral fellows. CH&E is a research-intensive and academic department within the Faculty of Medicine. Reporting to the Department Administrator, the Research Coordinator is responsible for supporting activities related to research within the department.Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a sound working knowledge of department, faculty and pertinent university policies, procedures, regulations, research activities, deadlines etc., in order to act as the principal contact person with finance inquiries and assist faculty members with routine financial administrative matters.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets/ reports for funded research grants and research ethics board applications to collate a database to inform faculty members about what makes a successful grant proposal and REB application.
• Assist faculty and research staff with formatting grant applications. Track and prepare regular financial reports for PIs as directed and regularly review grant accounts.
• Coordinate and maintain internal and external communications regarding departmental research activities, as well as assist with developing and delivering department-led research events/ conferences.
• Assist with the recruitment, hiring process and onboarding of research staff and prepare timesheets and exception payment forms for research staff.
• Coordinate arrangements for meetings, prepare and distribute agenda and any additional items required in consultation with the chair. Record and transcribe minutes—follow up on meeting decisions as appropriate.

NoteThe 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. Additionally, as this position is in a clinical academic department based within Nova Scotia Health authority facility, NSH’s vaccination and other relevant workplace policies will apply.Required Qualifications

• Business/Office Administration program with approximately three to five years’ related experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Must have excellent communication and writing skills, as well as the ability to be a team-player who can adjust priorities under changing demands and conditions.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, problem solving and to seek information when needed.
• Computer proficiency and accurate attention to detail.
• Strong financial skills or numeracy.

Assets

• Experience in a research setting, or other research-intensive sectors.

Job CompetenciesAdditional 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 ConsiderationBargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.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 of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.Posting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1Open Date 10/31/2022Close Date 11/22/2022Open Until Filled NoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantQuick Apply

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