Centre Manager

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Full time
Department Faculty of Science - Biological Sciences Salary range $59,822 to $74,785 Posted date September 10, 2024 Closing date Will remain open until filled. Position Type Full Time - Trust Funded Description

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA). In accordance with the Trust/Research Academic Staff Agreement, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $59,822 to $74,785. This position has an approximate appointment of 5 years.

Location - This role is in person at North Campus Edmonton.

Position

Working under the direction of Professor and Canada Research Chair Shinichi Nakagawa, the Centre Manager is responsible for managing the daily and strategic operations of the Centre for Open Science and Synthesis in Ecology and Evolution. The Centre conducts meta-research and research on data syntheses in ecology and evolutionary biology. The Centre also provides quantitative synthesis courses and workshops targeting early career scientists and scientists from the Global South.

The successful candidate will assist and mentor lab members, provide feedback on manuscripts and research documents, and carry out complex research activities under the direction of the Principal Investigator. Responsibilities include purchasing lab equipment, organizing quantitative teaching courses/workshops, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety practices.

Duties

  1. Financial and Budgetary
    • Works with Finance Partner to monitor, analyse, forecast and report on Centre financials.
    • Responsible for the completion and monitoring of Centre budgets.
    • In conjunction with Finance Partner, oversees Centre financial transactions across all sources of funding.
    • Recommends options, strategies and proposals regarding budget allocations/reallocations and distribution of resources to support area priorities.
  2. Facilities Management
    • Manages space allocation (office and lab), including allocation of furniture and office equipment.
    • Coordinates the purchase of related equipment and supplies.
    • Manages requests for access to/use of the computer, phone and other related systems.
    • Maintains and evaluates current business processes for operational and financial efficiencies.
  3. People Management
    • May supervise a small group of support staff (less than 6).
    • Provides advice and support on human resource issues in collaboration with the HR Partner.
    • Contributes to an environment where diverse ideas, perspectives and achievements are recognized.
    • Coordinates the implementation of EDI (equity, diversity and inclusiveness) in the centre with the PI.
  4. Research
    • Participates in the preparation and submission of grant applications.
    • May organize research project symposia, conferences, lectures, seminars or meetings.
    • May assist in creating reports for stakeholders or external funders.
  5. Relationships
    • Advises on the application of University of Alberta Policies and Procedures.
    • Oversees communications activities for the centre in conjunction with a communications partner.
    • Builds and maintains relationships with external and internal networks and partners.
    • Organizes a visitor program for the Centre, including reviewing applications and assisting visitors.

Minimum Qualifications

  • PhD in a related field with experience in research synthesis studies.
  • A minimum of 5 years of direct work-related experience.
  • Experience in supervising technical staff, advising graduate students, managing research programmes, teaching data analysis courses, and leading team projects is preferred.
  • Experience in advanced statistics and AI is considered an asset.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

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