Research Administrator

at  McGill University

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Position Summary:
Provide efficient and effective administration to a faculty/department/unit, in support of teaching, research and administration, in accordance with the unit’s goals and objectives, while ensuring coherence with the University’s mission and culture. Plan, develop and implement administrative processes and policies for a unit. Develop administrative standards, practices, and systems. Provide a liaison function with other units and with external organizations. Support activities related to general administration including, but not limited to: finance, human resources, communications, student affairs, physical resources, archives, governance and legal affairs. Manage research administration, contracts, grants, philanthropic gifts, or other formal relationships. Interpret and apply University regulations, policies, and guidelines.
Primary Responsibilities:
(i) Perform and organize activities to support the daily operations of the unit by ensuring that administrative services are carried out in accordance with established goals and objectives.
(ii) Implement administrative procedures or systems that are moderately complex in support of the faculty, department or unit’s operations and ensure activities meet or exceed established quality requirements.
(iii) Respond to requests for support from researchers, on the preparation of grant applications, funding issues, regulatory agency rules and regulations, and University policies and procedures.
(iv) Administer and monitor contracts, proposals, and other legal instruments by reviewing and processing applications, certificates, and other forms, and ensuring that they are complete. Follow-up as needed.
(v) Apply the most appropriate procedures for performing research and ethics administration activities, based on information received. Ensure that activities are performed in accordance with University and policies and procedures.
(vi) Communicate information to the research community on new programs, changes to programs, submission procedures, deadlines, updates on regulatory changes, etc.
(vii) Compile statistics and data for inclusion in reports. Update documents and reports, either in print or on the website.
(viii) Respond to questions related to philanthropic gifts, donations, and endowment funds.
(ix) Establish and foster effective working relationships by identifying needs and providing support in the delivery of services. Assess and resolve administrative problems. When appropriate, inform supervisor and formulate recommendations.
(x) Attend meetings.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Undergraduate Degree (Biology or Sciences). Fluent in French and English required. One to two years clinical research experience required. Previous experience with patients required. Proven organizational skills. Must be able to manage multiple activities and projects simultaneously. Ability to troubleshoot, solve problems, take initiative, and prioritize work. Team player. At ease with technology and troubleshooting tech-related problems. Experience with elderly, mobility-reduced, and other vulnerable patient populations an asset.
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:
DEC III 3 Years Related Experience /
Hourly Salary:
(MUNACA Level H) $33.05 - $40.97
Hours per Week:
33.75 (Full time)
Supervisor:
Clinical Research Unit Manager
Position End Date (If applicable):
2025-10-06
Deadline to Apply:
2024-09-12
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

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