Research ofertas em Canadá

Mandate

The Research Finance unit manages, coordinates, processes, and oversees both externally and internally funded research grants. This unit liaises with funding agencies on behalf of UVic researchers and administers research grants and awards in coordination with Accounting Services. Under the direction of the Research Finances Officer (RFO), the Post Award Support Coordinator (PASC) is responsible for the day-to-day administrative and operational activities of the Research Finance unit and serves as the main point of contact for faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students in the areas of external and internal funded research grants. The PASC is responsible for assisting the administration of internal and external post-award processes and internal grants. The PASC provides support in compliance with both UVic and the funding agency policies and procedures, including funder terms and conditions.

Objectives

1. Provides effective coordination of research finance administration and post-award support for faculty researchers and graduate students.
2. Coordinates adjudication process on relevant internal awards, including interpreting regulations and procedures, and accurately conveying information to faculty and students.
3. Assists in administering VPRI budget portfolio.
4. Interprets agency policies, terms and conditions.
5. Manages the workflow for the unit through the Ticket Dynamix ticketing system.

The PASC effectively coordinates administration and operation of the research finance systems and processes with faculty and other research operations (pre-award; contracts; ethics; research accounting) in resolving issues and working collaboratively to improve systems and processes. The PASC works mainly self-directed with direction provided by the RFO as needed. The PASC will also provide support to the Research Finance Accountant and Associate Director Research Finance in the oversight of the administration of OVPRI and Research Centre budgets as needed.

This position requires critical thinking skills with the ability to gather, interpret and synthesize information from a multitude of diverse sources.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1 year of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. A degree in business, finance or accounting and experience in a research environment at a higher education, institutional setting or grant funding agency is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Include

1. Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
2. Demonstrated experience in business and/or financial administration.
3. Organized, detail-oriented with strong administrative skills.
4. Advanced proficiency with Excel spreadsheets to create and maintain complex reports and spreadsheets with ability to accurately manipulate data.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to resolve tasks and/or problems by exercising good judgement and initiative.
6. Strong service-oriented attitude.
7. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and tailor communication style for different audiences and situations.
8. Experience in maintaining confidential and sensitive information.
9. Experience in use and maintenance of tracking systems and record management.
10. Ability to interpret and administer policies and procedures to ensure compliance with granting agency programs and policies and university policies and procedures.
11. Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
12. Self-motivated with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
13. Ability to manage time and tasks with attention to detail.
14. Proficiency with computer applications (i.e., MS-Office Suite, Adobe Create Suite, content management systems, financial/accounting systems).
15. An understanding of UVic research/university policies, procedures, systems, and budgets is considered an asset. For example, university systems such as FAST Finance, Journal Voucher, WebReq, Chrome River, Team Dynamix and RAIS.