Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$79,884 to $95,287 annually

SFU Department Descr:

Research Operations

Position Grade:

9

# of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

72

About the Role

The Research Grants Officer (RGO) acts as a liaison between and works directly with external funders, faculty members and a team of specialists on all new and existing research grants by managing the external grant submission process and authorizing awards on behalf of the university, which includes reviewing, signing, submitting, and accepting proposals and awards. The RGO authorizes account setup and signs grant transfer agreements when money is sent to external parties. The Officer is responsible for interpreting requirements, consulting with stakeholders to address deficiencies and ensuring that all eligibility, compliance, and change management activities related to the full lifecycle of research grants in any discipline are addressed with high accuracy and efficiency in all grants from a few thousand to a few million dollars in value. The role serves as a subject matter expert and provides consulting, troubleshooting and training for all grant-related matters; and regularly creates and updates processes and related training materials to ensure SFU's externally and internally funded grant portfolio is managed according to the highest standards.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Master's degree in Science, Applied Science, Social Sciences, or Business discipline and three years of related experience in research administration in a post-secondary institution, OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of SFU policies and procedures governing research matters.
• Up to date knowledge of all Canadian and international governmental and private funding agencies' research policies, rules, regulations, and best practices.
• Specialized and detailed knowledge of research funding requirements and guidelines within portfolio.
• Excellent knowledge of various research contract procedures such as sub-grant agreements, as well as no-cost and with funds extensions, termination agreements and other amendments.
• Excellent knowledge of the full research lifecycle.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
• Employer paid extended health & dental plans
• Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is March 2, 2027.

There is an Identified Departmental Candidate.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.