Research Coordinator

Northwestern PolytechnicGrande Prairie, AB, CA T8V 4C4

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$56,856.00–CA$80,880.00 yearly

Job description

Northwestern Polytechnic aspires to be the most entrepreneurial polytechnic in Canada by 2034. We are recruiting individuals who spark creativity, drive innovation, are highly engaged, and are eager to embrace our core values : innovation & responsiveness. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and are someone who is willing to turn risk into opportunity, Northwestern is your employer of choice.

Northwestern Polytechnic’s Office of Applied Research & Innovation provides a wide range of support services and guidance to faculty, researchers, students, industry and community partners. We are proud to advance research in several areas and strive to make a positive impact by :

Facilitating practical solutions to industry challenges.
Identifying opportunities to enhance community through research.
Creating beneficial partnerships and work-integrated learning opportunities for students.
Supporting scholarly research and creative activities.
Adding value and contributing to regional and provincial economic growth and competitiveness.

The Role :

The successful candidate for this position will help manage ongoing research projects by managing day-to-day administrative and financial matters. This role supports the operations of the Office of Applied Research and Innovation, and the Research Coordinator is the primary point of contact for our office. The Research Coordinator will be expected to liaise with project investigators, research assistants and partners to maintain records, track grants, and monitor financial administration of funding. The position requires familiarity with finance, NWP policies and funder policies such as the Tri-Agency Guide on Financial Administration.

Job Responsibilities :

Assist with budget planning, financial reporting, processing, and monitoring of expenses.

Maintain accurate lists of equipment and supplies and facilitate ordering and procurement following institutional policy.

Assist with the coordination of technical and other services for research personnel and the Office of Applied Research and Innovation.

Maintain records for financial and research reporting. Update and maintain data required for internal and external reporting purposes.

Act as the first point of contact for internal and external contacts for research and project administration.

Comply with policies and procedures for responsible research according to both NWP and funder requirements.

Coordinate event and outreach activities (, meetings, symposia, conferences) as required.