Research Administrator

McGill University; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in Canada is seeking an Administrative Support professional to provide effective support in data-driven decision-making initiatives. This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, managing financial budgets, and organizing research activities. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, experience in academic environments, and be proficient in English and French. The position offers an hourly salary ranging from $33.05 to $40.97 and requires 33.75 hours per week, fully onsite.

Qualifications

• Directly relevant experience working as an administrator in an academic/higher education environment.
• Experience managing financial budgets.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to QICSS and CPD.
• Coordinate with Statistics Canada analysts.
• Organize research activities for QICSS Laboratory and CPD.

Skills

Administrative support

Financial management

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

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Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Director, Consortium on Analytics for Data-Driven Decision-Making (CAnD3), provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Quebec Inter-university Centre for Social Statistics (QICSS) McGill-Concordia Laboratory and the Centre on Population Dynamics. The incumbent will also provide support regarding the financial aspect of the training program offered by CAnD3 and act as a liaison for the Centre d'accès aux données de recherche de l'Institut de la statistique du Québec (CADRISQ).

Primary Responsibilities

• Establish regular exchange and collaboration with the QICSS’s other components and with users of the Laboratory.
• Maintain regular exchange and coordinate with the Statistics Canada analysts affiliated with the QICSS. Administer the secretariat of the QICSS Laboratory and the CPD (minutes of various committees and meetings, annual activity & financial reports, room booking, financial transactions, human resources, etc.).
• Promote the QICSS Laboratory and CPD to researchers, centers, and institutes that use social statistics through a variety of activities or promotional material (meetings, presentations, posters, etc.).
• Support researchers in accessing data with the QICSS Laboratory application process.
• Organize research activities for both the QICSS Laboratory and the CPD (conferences, workshops, trainings, seminar series, receptions, etc.) and occasionally the CAnD3.
• Assist with updating and maintaining both the QICSS and CPD websites.
• Provide support with the preparation of funding applications and reports for both the QICSS Laboratory and the CPD.
• Gather, organize and format relevant information in support of the administration of the unit.
• Respond to support requests from researchers regarding funding issues.
• Monitor financial budgets for both the QICSS Laboratory, the CPD and the CAnD3.
• Ensure the proper functioning of the units (IT support requests, Building issues, Access, etc.) and act as a resource person for the QICSS Laboratory users and the various services of the University.
• Act as liaison for the Centre d'accès aux données de recherche de l'Institut de la statistique du Québec (CADRISQ) between the Centre and the McGill University (Security Services, Building Issues, Access).

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Directly relevant experience working as an administrator in an academic/higher education environment with a proven ability to manage complex, multi-faceted mandates. Experience managing financial budgets. Client-focused, excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to engage with various stakeholders with tact and diplomacy. Advanced problem-solving, priority-setting, analytical and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail. Proficiency in a PC environment, including Microsoft Suite. Proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English and French.

Knowledge of French and English

McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 (fluent) on a scale of 0-4.

Minimum Education and Experience

DEC III, 3 Years Related Experience

Hourly Salary

$33.05 - $40.97 (MUNACA Level H)

Hours per Week

33.75 (Full time)

Supervisor

Professor

Position End Date

2026-11-30

Deadline to Apply

2025-10-31

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].