Research Coordinator

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

The Research Coordinator provides administrative support to academic researchers across multiple departments, including support throughout the research funding lifecycle, from funding applications to post-award administration. Under the direction of the Academic Department Manager, the position also supports related financial, human resources, and departmental activities.

• Provides guidance to faculty, graduate students, and staff on research policies, funding agency requirements, and University procedures throughout the grant lifecycle.
• Researches funding opportunities and assists faculty with grant applications, including budget preparation and review.
• Oversees financial administration for restricted and endowed research funds, including transactions, account monitoring, financial reporting, and endowment compliance.
• Supports post-award administration, including grant extensions, budget changes, overexpenditures, reporting, audit responses, and financial records management.
• Supports research-related recruitment, payroll, and leave reporting; prepares trust-related HR forms and contracts; and assists with operating budget hires as needed.
• Coordinates administrative and financial support for research conferences, events, and visitors, including creating/managing accounts, expense payments, honoraria, and visiting scholar and postdoctoral fellow requirements.
• Provides administrative support to research labs, departmental programs, and committees, as applicable.
• Maintains a productive relationship with the Research Services Office and a knowledge of the University policies and procedures
   

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3 years of progressive experience in a University setting with a research administration/finance/human resources focus.
• High proficiency in Microsoft and Google suites.
• Knowledge of FOIPP and records retention practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of University of Alberta policies and procedures.
• Experience with PeopleSoft.

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.