Research Funding Administrator - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Date Posted:11/28/2023

Req ID: 35147

Faculty/Division:
VP - Research

Department:
Research Services Office

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number:

Description:

About us:

Your opportunity:

institutional research strategy is based), and liaising with divisional business officers and with faculty members to interpret system-generated information regarding funding agreements and activity and will offer advice on solving or avoiding administrative difficulties.

Your responsibilities will include:

Acting as the firstpoint of contact for general enquiries and responding to enquiries within the defined scope of the role and redirecting as appropriate
Advising on pre and post research award administration providing options and solutions
Verifying research funding proposals are complete, accurate and adhere to University and sponsor guidelines and procedures
Establishing and maintaining restricted research funds according to agreed upon sponsor terms and conditions
Coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, materials, action and followup items
Performing routine data entry, updating and maintaining database records, and generating reports

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum two (2) years relevant experience working with numbers and data, including financial information.
Experience working with the University's Research Information System (RIS) and Financial Information System (FIS) or equivalent systems.
Excellent numerical, data management, record keeping and administrative skills; superior attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills including ability to exercise tact and sensitivity in dealing with varied clientele
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Superior organizational skills, as well as demonstrated initiative and problemsolving skills.
Demonstrated ability to review detailed documents, follow mulitstep administrative processes and meet strict deadlines.

Assets (Nonessential):

Experience working with research funding agencies.
Experience working with sponsorbased electronic systems
Demonstrated understanding of research fund administration.
Knowledge of the University's researchrelated policies and procedures.

To be successful in this role you will be:

Adaptable
Organized
Responsible
Team player

Closing Date: 12/12/2023, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group:

USW

Appointment Type:
Budget - Continuing

Schedule:
Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

Job Category:
Research Administration & Teaching

Recruiter:
Anita Chooraman

**Lived Experience Statement