Research Program Officer

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Closing Date : February 5 2026 at 4 : 00 PM

Office of the Vice-President Research

The Vice-President (Research) as a corporate university wide unit has the overall responsibility for leading and shaping UNBs strategic research direction and agenda. The Office of Research Services (ORS) under the VPR portfolio provides administrative leadership and support to develop and advance the research agenda. The Office of Vice-President (Research) (OVPR) is responsible for supporting and assisting the VPR in their mandate.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time 3 year Term Fredericton On-Campus

Standard Work Hours : Mon - Fri 8 : 15 am - 4 : 30 pm 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range : $49410 - $61768 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Manager OVPR this position is responsible for coordinating and administering the programs that are currently overseen by the Manager (i.e. Research Ethics Postdoctoral Fellowships Program etc). This person will run the day-to-day functionality of these programs and involve the Manager when necessary.

• Be the first point of contact to answer all questions and queries from UNB faculty members and graduate students regarding Research Ethics Board matters.
• Accept all applications to the UNB REB process them and conduct a preliminary review of the application before issuing it to the REB Chair. Work closely with the Chair to ensure applications are processed correctly and promptly.
• Escalate any issues to the Manager as appropriate.
• Remain up to date with all UNB policies and or other policies pertaining to research ethics review in Canada (i.e. the Tri-Council Policy Statement on Research Involving Humans Health Canada Guidelines).
• Maintain records of all current and past year applications.
• Organize all REB meetings and serve as the Board Secretary.
• Maintain the REB website information.
• Liaise between the Chair and members of the UNB REB and the VP (Research).
• Assist with preparation for audits or site visits by organizations such as the Tri-Councils Health Canada etc.
• Assist with the preparation of all motions for UNBF and or UNBSJ Senates and Board of Governors.
• Review and process all Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) applications received from UNB Faculties / Departments.
• Be the first point of contact for information and guidance to all PDFs and their supervisors as necessary.
• Receive review and execute all new PDF applications and requests for extensions and / or amendments to existing PDFs.
• Communicate with Principal Investigators regarding matters surrounding PDF employment (i.e. salary duration of terms collective agreement).
• Remain aware of processing times for work visas around the world. Work with the Manager to enforce required timelines for processing documentation.
• Maintain up to date records on each PDF at the university and manage all PDF personnel files.
• Liaise with the Office of People and Culture regarding matters involving PDFs (i.e. payroll parental leaves)
• Formulate Letters of Offer Amended or Extended offers and disseminate information to any relevant departments (P & C PSAC Union Academic unit).
• Remain up to date with UNB and National policies involving PDFs.
• Process applications to other VPR Programs (i.e. Sabbatical & Non-Leave Research Grants Honorary Research Professorships etc.)
• Other duties as assigned.

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A little bit about us

University of New Brunswick

The University of New Brunswick employs more than 3200 full- and part-time staff including faculty support staff and students. UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers for 2025 and one of Atlantic Canadas Top Employers for 2024.

UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mikmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.

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WHY CHOOSE UNB

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees including a full pension a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and dental life and health insurance.

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)

This position is part of the PSAC Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick and PSAC / PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals including women visible minorities Indigenous persons persons with disabilities persons of any sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Public Health,Program Management,ICD Coding,Military Experience,Analysis Skills,Research Experience,Security,Economic Development,Counterintelligence,Program Design,Program Development,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 49410 - 61768