Senior Officer, Major Initiatives

at  University of Alberta

Department Vice-President Research Innovation
Salary range $71,557 to $119,269
Hours per week -
Posted date January 23, 2025
Closing date February 5, 2025
Position Type Full Time - Operating Funded

DESCRIPTION

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).
In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $71,557 to $119,269.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Research Partner Network, the Senior Officer, Major Initiatives is a strategic planning expert, tasked with supporting the expansion of the research capacity at the University of Alberta and engaging and supporting major research initiatives, while proactively positioning the University to meet its institutional strategic research priorities.
This position demands in-depth knowledge of the broad research landscape; established and strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders; ability to work in a high-paced environment, and a passion for action, agility and lateral thinking. Metrics of success are linked to expected outcomes outlined in our institutional Strategic Research and Innovation Plan, research funding success, increasing relevance and value of the Office of the Vice-President (Research and Innovation) to stakeholders, and increasing partnerships, academic reputation, and competitiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• A research Graduate Degree (Masters or PhD) in an academic discipline ideally supplemented by formal education or other training in management.
• At least 5 to 10 years of experience in a research or technology development environment with a demonstrated track record of contributing to complex and ambitious grants or funding initiatives.
• Experience in working on grants, projects, and budgets.
• Experience supervising other employees
• Results-oriented achiever with an excellent track record for identifying opportunities, creating partnerships and delivering outcomes.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience leading and implementing strategic and business planning processes.
• Professional-level project management skills including planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
• Keen ability to understand complex information and environments.
• Energetic contributor with demonstrable detail orientation and multi-tasking / organizational proficiency.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality; ability to deal with sensitive information and issues.
• Strong interpersonal, community and public relations skills.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Strong analytical skills to formulate, track, and distill performance metrics and synthesize research trends and funding opportunities.
• Ability to work independently and to think creatively, laterally and critically.
• Commitment to principles and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion, with a willingness to grow in this area, as needed.
  At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
  The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
  Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight February 5, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time