Position Title
Research Program Coordinator
Research Project
Battery Materials, Systems, & Recycling
Department/Unit
Mechanical Engineering
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Employee Group
Grant-Paid (PSAC Local 86001)
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
3 years with possibility of extension
Employment Type
Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
1.0
Salary
$59,403 to $75,221 per annum at 35 hours per week
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
The Renewable Energy Storage Laboratory (RESL) at Dalhousie University conducts research on energy storage technologies to support the increased integration of renewable energy with the electricity grid. The demands placed on the electricity grid by the principal sectors (residential, commercial, industrial) vary throughout the day. Renewable resources such as the wind, sun, and tides vary independently of demand, and consequently require energy storage to bridge the gap periods. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Program Coordinator supports effective development, administration, coordination, and communication of research activities within the research space. The role includes coordination of project operations, stakeholder engagement, knowledge mobilization, student engagement, grant administration, ongoing assessment, reporting, and policy and regulatory compliance to support successful research outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage research program activities, including tracking timelines, milestones, deliverables, and budgets while supporting program planning and adjustments in collaboration with investigators.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication across a broad network of researchers, students, and partners, ensuring timely information sharing and coordination of program activities.
- Build and sustain relationships with academic, community, industry, government, and EDIA and Indigenous partners to support collaborative research initiatives and knowledge exchange.
- Develop and manage communications and knowledge mobilization materials, translating research findings into accessible formats and curating content for web, newsletters, and social media.
- Support research grant administration, including application preparation, reporting, financial tracking, and coordination with university and funding agency stakeholders.
- Ensure efficient program operations and compliance, including coordinating events, supporting onboarding and lab activities, and maintaining documentation, data management, and safety requirements.
Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in a related field with three to five years of progressively responsible administrative, project coordination, or program management experience, preferably in a research, government, or other complex organizational environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex research concepts in clear, accessible language and develop communications tailored to diverse audiences and platforms, including web content, newsletters, social media, reports, and other knowledge mobilization materials.
- Demonstrated organizational, project coordination, and time management skills, as well as the ability to prioritize competing deadlines, and research program activities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Experience coordinating stakeholder engagement initiatives in a collaborative environment.
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse partners, including academic, Indigenous communities, government, and industry, using respectful protocols and inclusive approaches.
Assets
- Familiarity with research administration processes, grant funding environments, or university policies and procedures.
- Familiarity with Dalhousie University financial, graduate students, HR, and facilities management systems.
- Familiarity with providing day-to-day operational support for a research laboratory, including coordinating laboratory activities, maintaining documentation, and supporting efficient and compliant research operations.
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s
core and
leadership competencies, in particular:
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans, a wellness allowance, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Non-probationary bargaining unit employees (PSAC Local 86001) are given priority consideration. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.
Full-time students currently enrolled at an educational institution are not eligible for regular Grant-Paid positions.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
