Coordinator, Responsible Conduct of Research

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalhousie University is seeking a Coordinator for Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) within Research Services. The role supports strategy, coordination, and education across ethics, integrity, security, and related portfolios.

The successful candidate will develop RCR frameworks, track activities, and report on compliance across the institution, contributing to high standards of research accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience developing, implementing, and coordinating compliance, governance, policy, or regulatory programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, coordination, and implementation of institution-wide RCR strategies and compliance initiatives.
• Foster collaboration across research ethics, integrity, security, safety, audit, and administration units.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate educational programs and training resources on RCR obligations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Coordinator, Responsible Conduct of Research (Internal Posting)

Position Title Coordinator, Responsible Conduct of Research (Internal Posting)

Research Project

Department/Unit

Department/Unit Research Services

Location

Posting Number

Posting Number S285-26

Employee Group

Employee Group DPMG

Position Type

Position Type Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Duration of Contract (if applicable) 29 months

Employment Type

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Salary $55,850 - $74,599 per annum, 35 hours per week)

Classification

Classification ADM-04

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

Dalhousie 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 Summary

Dalhousie University is a member of Canada’s U15 group of research-intensive universities. In 2025–26, Dalhousie administers more than $270 million in annual research funding. Reporting to the Managing Director, Responsible Conduct of Research ( RCR ), the Coordinator, Responsible Conduct of Research provides strategic coordination, operational direction, and educational programming in support of the university’s Responsible Conduct of Research ( RCR ) unit. The Coordinator fosters collaboration among colleagues leading portfolios including human ethics, animal ethics, research security, research integrity, Indigenous research, environmental health and safety, and internal audit, and is responsible for developing and implementing RCR frameworks, tools and training, including validation activities, and for tracking and reporting on RCR -related activities across the institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, coordination, and implementation of institution-wide responsible conduct of research ( RCR ) strategies, policies, procedures, and compliance initiatives aligned with regulatory requirements and institutional priorities.
• Foster collaboration across research ethics, integrity, security, safety, audit, and administrative units to promote a coordinated and accountable research environment.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate educational programs and training resources that support faculty, staff, and students in understanding and meeting responsible research obligations.
• Coordinate compliance monitoring and validation activities, including reviews, assessments, reporting, and follow-up actions to strengthen research accountability and continuous improvement.
• Prepare institutional reports, support responses to audits and investigations, and serve as a key liaison with internal stakeholders and external agencies on matters related to research conduct.
• Advise and support research integrity and conflict of interest processes, providing guidance on complex research compliance matters and contributing to the resolution of allegations, inquiries, and investigations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, public administration, adult education, ethics, public policy, information management, with three to five years’ relevant experience (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and coordinating compliance, governance, policy, or regulatory programs within a complex organizational environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting governance, compliance, or policy development related to research ethics, privacy, research security, research integrity, or conflict of interest.
• Demonstrated knowledge of responsible conduct of research principles, research compliance requirements, and national and international regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience/ability to develop policies, procedures, educational programs, and institutional initiatives while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to prepare reports, conduct reviews, and manage sensitive and confidential matters.

Assets

• Experience working in a post-secondary, research-intensive, or academic environment.

The 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
• Adaptability
• Knowledge & Thinking Skills
• Communication
• Service

Additional Information

Dalhousie 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.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (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 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .

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Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Optional Documents Cover Letter