Research Administrative Specialist

University of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Canada is seeking a Research Administration Specialist for a hybrid role based in Edmonton. This position involves providing end-to-end research administration support, including guiding researchers through proposals and post-award management. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with various departments while promoting equity and diversity within the research framework. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in research administration support.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Understanding of research proposal development and management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Vice-President (Research) portfolio for research support.
• Guide researchers through the administration lifecycle.
• Enhance researcher experience in proposal submission and post-award management.
• Foster relationships with research partners.

Job description

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

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

Reporting to the Manager, Research Administration Support Services, and serving as a key member of the Research Partner Network, the Research Administration Specialist collaborates with the Vice-President (Research) portfolio, colleges, and faculties to deliver tactical, targeted, hands‑on end‑to‑end research administration support. This includes pre- and post‑award guidance on research administration procedures and policies that support the University’s broader research mission.

The primary objectives of this role are to support researchers in navigating the full research administration lifecycle; reduce delays in the processing of research projects; enhance the researcher experience related to proposal development, submission, and post‑award management; and collaborate with departments and faculties to ensure efficient, effective processes for the stewardship of research funds.

Across all aspects of the role, the Research Administration Specialist integrates and advances the University’s commitments to Indigeneity, equity, diversity, and inclusion, while fostering respectful, collaborative relationships with researchers and research partners.