Research Officer

York University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

York University AMPD seeks a Research Officer to support research in the School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design. You will advise faculty on research issues, implement policies, and identify funding opportunities while assisting with grant applications and budget development.

The role requires collaboration across departments, strong communication, and a focus on compliance with research guidelines. Standard hours apply with occasional overtime during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Arts or Humanities preferred or 5 years of recent relevant experience.
• Experience in independent research and grant proposals within a university or arts setting.
• Ability to manage research budgets and post-award activities.
• Knowledge of research policies and funding processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as resource for faculty on research issues and grant processes.
• Implement and monitor research policies within the Faculty.
• Identify funding opportunities and advise on grant applications.
• Assist with development of research budgets and post-award support.
• Ensure compliance with research guidelines and reporting requirements.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Policy interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Judgement and initiative

Planning and time management

Confidentiality

Collaboration tools

Education

Master's degree

Education equivalency

Job description

Purpose: Reporting to the Executive Officer, the Research Officer is responsible for the delivery of services designed to enhance, promote and support research in the School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design (AMPD). The primary responsibilities of this position include acting as a resource for faculty members on research issues, implementation of research-related policies within the Faculty, research and identification of funding opportunities, facilitating and advising on the grant application process, assisting with the development of research budgets based on principles articulated in policy, ensuring compliance with research-related policies and guidelines, and facilitating post-award support.

Education

Master's Degree required, with preference in the Arts or Humanities or an equivalent of 5 years' recent experience (defined as within the last six years) working at York University and performing the same or similar tasks. This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below.

Experience

Three (3) years of related experience in independent research and graduate work plus three (3) years related experience in an institutional (university, arts organization, government agency) setting including preparation of grant proposals, information management and budget preparation, and experience working in a research environment dealing with funding agencies. Experience in securing grant funding for research in the arts, media, performance, and/or design.

Skills

• Effective communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and proposals and deliver presentations.
• Effective analytical skills, including the ability to collect and analyze data and prepare reports for various audiences, in a variety of formats.
• Ability to interpret complex legislation, policies and regulations.
• Effective interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Ability to display good judgement and initiative.
• Effective planning, organizational, and time management skills to manage conflicting deadlines and tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use collaboration tools (e-mail, SharePoint).

Knowledge

• Understanding of University and Faculty structures, legislation and research-granting processes.
• Knowledge of copyright policies.
• Knowledge and familiarity with database software and web-based tools.
• Intermediate Microsoft (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)

Additional Notes

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Summer: Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Occasional overtime will be available Peak periods for this position: October, January Vacation restriction: During peak submission times, September to February. Vacation may also be restricted due to operational requirements and/or other staff approved absences.

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

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