International Research Specialist - Saskatoon, Canada - University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan

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Saskatoon, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

International Research Specialist:

Primary Purpose:

To provide operational and strategic assistance to enhance the international research and development success of University of Saskatchewan's (USask) faculty and research staff to meet the goals of the
International Blueprint for Action 2025 and the UN Sustainable Development goals (SDGs).

To assist faculty with the development of successful funding proposals for international research and development projects, to manage the University of Saskatchewan's participation in major international research and development funding programs, and to promote possibilities for partnerships and initiatives important to the University of Saskatchewan and contribute to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

Work with Principal Investigators, research teams, collegebased research facilitators, the International Office, teams for Research Acceleration and Strategic Initiatives, Innovation Mobilization and Partnerships, and Research Profile and Impact, to improve the quality, quantity and success rate of the University's international research funding opportunities.
Have a working knowledge and understanding of the international research landscape, the UN SDGs, the international funding arena, and potential research funding opportunities, for the University; active participation, leadership, and collaboration in the development of strategy and operational plans to optimize the use of these programs.
Liaise with international funding agencies to gain expert knowledge and to develop productive relationships, communicate and coordinate these efforts with relevant academic and administrative teams.
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with external organizations for the purposes of developing international research cooperation, sustainable development and community service initiatives.
Effectively communicate expert knowledge of relevant research funding opportunities to the University community through a number of communication channels.
Provide assistance in proposal development, budget justification, postaward administration, and project management.
Maximize the success of large international strategic funding opportunities and research initiatives by taking a leadership role in supporting crossdisciplinary linkages, strong partnerships and networks between colleges and with external collaborators, including community and international partners.
Work in collaboration and coordination with academic and administrative units across campus by establishing and maintaining excellent working relationships with these units and through active participation in the Research Administrator Forum.
Work closely with the Associate Deans Research, whose role and responsibility is to achieve research success for their College, to ensure operationalization and implementation of strategic initiatives in the area of internationalization.
Work with the International Operations Committee, College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, Teaching, Learning and Student Experience Division, Registrarial Services, and Gwenna Moss Centre for Teaching Effectiveness to develop strategies and support systems for international special programs.
Participate in International Research Mentorship programs for faculty and research staff.
Support and administer the internal International Project and Travel grants funded the International Blueprint for Action.
Contribute to pre

- and post-arrival services for international visiting faculty and staff members, lead matchmaking efforts to facilitate mentorship and exchange activities between our academic and administrative units and these visitors.

Education:
Graduate degree (MA, MSc, MBA, PhD, etc.)

Department:
International Office

Status:
Permanent

Employment Group:

ASPA

Shift:
Mon-Fri, 8:00-4:30

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Salary:
The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $64, ,169.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary Family (if applicable):Specialist Professional

Salary Phase/Band:
Phase 2

Posted Date: 3/16/2023

Closing Date: 3/22/2023 at 6:00 pm CST

Number of Openings:1

Work Location:
On Campus

Criminal Record Check:
Not Applicable

Driver's License and Abstract Check:
Not Applicable

Education/Credential Verification:
Not Applicable

Vulnerable Sector Check:
Not Applicable

Please review the University of Saskatchewan's
health and safety requirements for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic.