Program Officer

at  McGill University

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Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Chair of Biomedical Engineering, the Program Officer will be responsible for the following:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists in the implementation and monitoring of new Department initiatives and projects;
• Maintains database, compiles statistics reports;
• Promotes Department programs and services through social media, online events, website, and newsletter;
• Supports research development, collaborative partnerships, and fundraising, and acts as liaison between the Department and internal and external stakeholders;
• Support the hiring and onboarding of new faculty recruits as directed by the Chair;
• Supports special projects related to the Department.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

Education:

• University degree in a related area to Biomedical Engineering or Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Graduate degree is an asset.

Experience:

• Experience in a University environment or other large organization;
• Related experience in strategy development and implementation of academic and research programs is an asset;
• Knowledge and experience in organizational governance;
• Demonstrated experience initiating projects and/or collaborations.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical skills and critical thinking;
• Must be self-motivated and sustain a high degree of initiative;
• Project management, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Computer competency in Microsoft Office, social media, and web development.

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 on a scale of 0-4.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree 3 Years Related Experience /
Annual Salary:
(MPEX Grade 04) $62,550.00 - $78,190.00 - $93,830.00
Hours per Week:
27 (Part time)
Supervisor:
Professor
Position End Date (If applicable):
2024-08-12
Deadline to Apply:
2024-04-09
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,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

• Assists in the implementation and monitoring of new Department initiatives and projects;
• Maintains database, compiles statistics reports;
• Promotes Department programs and services through social media, online events, website, and newsletter;
• Supports research development, collaborative partnerships, and fundraising, and acts as liaison between the Department and internal and external stakeholders;
• Support the hiring and onboarding of new faculty recruits as directed by the Chair;
• Supports special projects related to the Department