Coordinator, Research Grants

You will provide assistance and support related to research and its administration. This includes monitoring and identifying funding and other research opportunities, maintaining calendars of relevant dates and deadlines, assisting with proposal development and research reporting, and interpreting application guidelines and eligibility.

You will advise faculty and researchers on the administration of research projects and funding and provides administrative support for both externally and internally funded research projects throughout the project lifecycle.

The Coordinator is integral in tracking analytical and performance metrics related to institutional research activities, tracking research projects, and compiling data and information that is used in both grant and divisional reporting.

The incumbent works closely with the members of the Research Services team, particularly the Facilitator, Research Development and the Manager, Research Accounts, as well as with Aurora College faculty and researchers.

This position is governed by a range of legislation, strategies, and plans, including the Post-Secondary Education Act, the NWT Scientists’ Act, the Aurora College Act, as well as the College’s Strategic Plan and Academic Plan.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of research methods.
• Knowledge of northern research, research funders, and research administration.
• Written and oral communication skills to relay information and provide guidance on grant and funding application requirements / procedures.
• Ability to assist in the development of communication plans and media strategies.
• Ability to advise on the development of funding applications and research reports.
• Experience in budgeting, accounting, and financial management.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by :

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• 3 years experience in research administration or project management

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Affirmative Action

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 24176

Closing Date : October 6, 2023 - 23 : 59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $44.83 per hour (approximately $87,418 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance.