Research Grants Officer

Job Description

Job title: Research Grants Officer

Company: Dalhousie University

Job description: Dalhousie University, under the leadership of the Vice-President Research & Innovation, administers over $250M annually in research funding. As part of the Office of Research Services (ORS) and reporting to the Manager, Post Award, the Research Grants Officer is primarily responsible for the post-award facilitation and processing of newly-funded research applications, and facilitating the transfer of research funds between institutions.
Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with researchers, other Dalhousie central units and funding agencies, and advise on university and funding agency policies and procedures concerning funded awards.
• Review and approve final award documentation, confirm the need for ethics approval, if applicable, and authorize Financial Services to open the research account.
• Provide expert advice and assistance to ORS staff and researchers on areas such as ongoing compliance; university and granting agency policies, procedures and regulations; and research applications to internal programs
• Support researchers in the transfer of funds/grants between institutions, ensure the transfer occurs in accordance with the university and funding agency’s policies and procedures, and initiate the transfer.
• Maintain relationships with and respond to post-award queries from funding agencies, research grant administrators, and other units within ORS, Financial Services, and Dalhousie.
• Support the ongoing operation of the internal ORS database.

NoteThe successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree, with approximately three to five years’ related experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Demonstrated excellent client service experience working independently in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated experience with interpreting and administering compliance guidelines and requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, and teamwork, communication and problem solving skills are essential.
• Knowledge of commonly used office software packages, database experience and expertise.

Assets

• Experience in a university environment in an area related to research grants administration and external funding agencies.

Job CompetenciesThe successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:

• Self-Awareness & Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect & Inclusion
• Communication
• Service

Additional InformationDalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application ConsiderationApplications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visitPosting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1
Open Date 06/04/2025
Close Date 06/18/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to PostingSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents * Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents * Cover Letter

Location: Halifax, NS

Job date: Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:59:24 GMT