Research Grants Officer Job In Victoria

Job Description

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Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> VP Research -> VP - Research - Research Activities

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$73,548.00 - $95,658.00

Additional Posting Information

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

SG11

Start Date

7/2/2024

End Date

1/9/2026

Employee Group:

PEA - Term

# of Hires Needed

1

Category

Administrative and Support Services

About this Opportunity

The University of Victoria Grants team supports faculty members to apply for external research funding. This position works closely with other research grant officers in the Office of Research Services to process a wide range of funding programs, but has a portfolio focused on Canadian and international health-related funders such as the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Health Research BC, National Institutes of Health (NIH) and others. This position will design and deliver strategic supports to increase UVic’s success in applying for health-related funding opportunities, including but not limited to workshops, presentations, and other resource development.

* This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*

Performance range: starting salary to max of $95,658 is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary

Mandate:

As part of Research Services, the Grants team provides pre-awards management of university research grant applications. Reporting to the Associate Director, Research Grants (ADRG), the Research Grants Officer (RGO) works collaboratively as part of a grant support network to meet the needs of individual (e.g., researcher) and institutional (e.g., executive, chairs/deans) stakeholders while also ensuring compliance with funding agency regulations and requirements. The RGO works closely with researchers, Faculty Grant Officers (FGOs) and other units (post-award finance, contracts, partnerships, ethics, research accounting, research security) to manage the research grant application process at UVic.

The RGO plays a key role in providing strategic guidance in the development of strong research proposals during the pre-award stage, delivering capacity-building sessions to researchers and other members of the grant support network, and checking for risk to the institution associated with research grant applications prior to requesting institutional approval for submission.

Objectives:

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of recurring and emerging funding opportunities within an assigned funding agency portfolio.
• Identify and promote funding opportunities of strategic interest to researchers and the university.
• Provide strategic advice to researchers and FGOs to improve competitiveness and success of funding applications through leading the development of a variety of application supports and resources.
• Serve as an expert source of guidance to researchers and FGOs on university policies and administrative procedures as well as funding agency regulations and requirements.
• Ensure grant applications comply with university and funder policies and requirements prior to submission.

This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a graduate degree and minimum 5 years of related professional experience working in a research administration environment. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Experience working in a post-secondary institution, foundation, or granting agency is preferred.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
• Knowledge of research grant application and pre-award processes.
• Ability to interpret, explain, and assess compliance with university and granting agency programs, policies and procedures.
• Organized and detail-oriented to ensure accurate information is provided to stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex information about grant application requirements, processes and policies.
• Strong administrative skills and ability to apply project management principles to achieve project goals on time.
• Proven ability to multi-task while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Prioritize workload effectively to manage shifting priorities while meeting frequent non-negotiable and conflicting deadlines.
• Self-motivated and curious with the desire to seek, synthesize and share relevant information.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze issues, develop solutions independently, and implement effective strategies to achieve desired outcomes.
• Ability to gather, interpret and synthesize information from a multitude of diverse sources.
• Ability to collaborate, build and maintain positive relationships and work effectively in a team environment.
• Cultural awareness when communicating with researchers and funding agency staff.
• Strong leadership, facilitation and client (customer) services skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and to tailor communication style for different audiences and situations.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality when required.
• Proficiency with computer applications (i.e., MS Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and UVic systems such as RAIS)
• Experience with drafting, editing and providing constructive feedback on grant proposals is an asset.
• Experience with research grants administration is an asset.

Territory Acknowledgement:We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓wəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓wəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity and Diversity Statement:UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members ofgroups experiencing barriers to equity.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact:uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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