Research Administrator at Western University

About Western

With an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.

About Us

Western University's BrainsCAN initiative received a substantial $66 million investment from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) – the largest research grant in the university's history – providing a significant boost to ongoing research in cognitive neuroscience and imaging at Western.

The goal of BrainsCAN is to significantly reduce the impact of cognitive disorders across the lifespan. To do this, our scientific approach will identify how cognitive markers map onto specific brain networks using our state of the art behavioral and imaging platforms.

Already ranked amongst the best in the world in cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging,Western excels in the breadth of cognitive, computational, clinical, technological, and translational approaches required for understanding and intervening in brain function.

Western will partner with researchers at McGill University to leverage complementary expertise to better understand disorders such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, traumatic brain injury, and schizophrenia.

Responsibilities

Purpose of the Role:
The Research Administrator (RA) provides support in coordination of research projects by assisting the Mouse Translational Research Program Manager. The role will be accountable for coordinating meetings, taking minutes and overseeing research project budgets including monitoring expenditures to ensure compliance with the research plan and funding agency guidelines. The RA will assist the Program Manager with timely coordination for data collection, recording, management, analysis, and reporting to ensure milestones and project deadlines are met.

Key Accountabilities:

• Supports coordination of administrative, financial, and logistical functions involved in the processof conducting the research project
• Assists in developing project workflows, plans, and progress reports for various stakeholders,and ensures research projects remain on schedule and within budget
• Ensures that the research projects comply with current internal and external research policies and privacy practices
• Supports application processes for ethics and funding
• Communicates with other related departments and stakeholders on needs, institutional policies, procedures, etc. and coordinates resources to resolve issues as needed
• Oversees budgets and research accounts, tracks expenditures, and ensures compliance with research plan and funding agency guidelines
• Explores opportunities for improved efficiency, provides suggestions and feedback on policies and procedures, and implements new processes within the lab
• Assists with grant reporting (scientific and financial)

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Familiarity with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
• Familiarity with knowledge mobilization and research communications planning
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team
• Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to transcribe, review and format scientific information
• Project management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and perform well under pressure
• Familiarity with Western University research in areas including Alzheimer’s disease and dementia an asset

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant area of focus

Experience:

• 3 year(s) of work experience supporting research in a related field

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.