Research Services Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - York University

York University

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Purpose:

To provide centralized coordination of operational and administrative functions for the Division of Vice-President Research & Innovation.

This position supports the Senior Executive Officer on HR, finance, facilities and space, events and communications, and general administrative activities to ensure all university procedures and processes are followed.

Education:

Post-secondary diploma in business or related field.

Experience:

2 years experience in an academic or research environment.
Experience in business writing and professional communications.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of university governance structure
Knowledge of research administration processes
Knowledge of university operational policies and procedures around facilities, space and information technology
Knowledge of research HR processes and procedures
Knowledge of finance processes and procedures

Skills:

Effective communication skills to facilitate effective communication with faculty members, staff, senior leadership, and external partners.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage situations with tact and diplomacy and resolve conflicts.
Effective organizational and time management skills, attention to details, to coordinate meetings, interviews, and events. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Additional Notes:

Normal office environment

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Compensation:

York's CPM Compensation Framework has a salary grid consisting of 6 or 8 steps (depending on job grade) which is reviewed annually with possible adjustments, and a lump sum Performance Based Recognition Award.

Employees will receive the grid adjustment and depending on performance, eligible permanent employees may move to the next step of the grid and may receive a lump sum Performance Based Recognition Award.

Visit the CPM Compensation page on the HR Website to find out more about York's CPM Compensation Program.

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We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
********PLEASE NOTE: Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable.