The University of Saskatchewan's (USask) main campus is located in the vibrant city of Saskatoon on Treaty 6 territory and the traditional homeland of the Métis. USask is one of the top research-intensive, medical doctoral universities in Canada, and is home to world-leading research in areas of global importance, such as water and food security and infectious diseases.
The Office of the Vice-President Research (OVPR) provides visionary leadership and strategic direction to the university’s research, scholarly, and artistic works. This is achieved by creating strategic partnerships, plans, and policies that together create a supportive research environment indicative of a world-class research-intensive university.
Primary Purpose: To manage, coordinate, and provide support to the Research Ethics Boards (REBs) and the human research ethics review process and compliance requirements.
Nature of Work: Reporting to the Director, Human Research Ethics, the position is responsible for providing support to the human research ethics review process. This work requires handling inquiries of a confidential or sensitive nature in a professional manner, providing guidance to researchers based on policies and procedures, and supporting solutions or appropriate actions as required. This position is expected to support and work collaboratively with all positions within the Research Ethics Office (REO). The position works in a high volume office with strict deadlines and an environment of multiple and competing priorities.
Typical Duties or Accountabilities:
- Coordinate and manage research ethics submissions using the University Research System (UnivRS)
- Undertake a review and evaluation of applications to ensure regulatory and federal compliance (i.e., administrative review)
- Advise the REB Chair, REB Vice-Chair and Members on issues and ethical concerns associated with ethics applications
- Manage the organization and logistics of REB meetings
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation of REB decisions during meetings
- Organize and manage REB membership and training
- Provide advice to researchers on institutional and federal regulations and guidelines for preparation of research ethics applications and associated documents
- Other duties as assigned for the unit
Education: Post-secondary education. An undergraduate degree in a related field would be an asset. A graduate degree that included research experience involving human participants is preferred.
Experience: 3 years of experience in a university research administration environment, and preferably, an understanding of the human ethics review process. Research ethics experience, either as a researcher who has submitted several research ethics applications or previous research ethics review experience, would be a strong asset.
Skills:
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Highly effective written and verbal communications skills;
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;
- Effective organizational skills and the ability to prioritize, to manage workload, and meet deadlines;
- Effective interpersonal skills;
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and creativity;
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and situations;
- Demonstrated aptitude for working both independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere;
- Ability to deal effectively with conflict and stress;
- Proficiency with computer use in a PC environment, as well as advanced knowledge of software applications including spreadsheets, word processing, presentation, and database software.
Department: Research Ethics & Infrastructure
Supervisor Job Title: Director, Human Research Ethics
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $53,091.00 - 82,954.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 6/9/2026
Closing Date: 6/22/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines
The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
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