Principal Research Officer

4 days ago


Montréal QC HH T, Canada Volt-Age Full time

_Please note that applicants MUST send both a _**cover letter**_ _and _**CV**_ _to Volt-Age. Applications without both documents will not be processed._

**Position Overview**

As Principal Research Officer, you will play a crucial role in managing calls for proposals and review processes, maintaining a database of reviewers, coordinating researcher recruitment campaigns, organizing research project progress reporting and advancing scientific strategies for the research program.

**Responsibilities**
- **Follow and review the advancement of the Volt-Age Seed call.**:

- **Develop Volt-Age research calls**: Draft calls for proposals, based on research into best practices and funder guidelines, and coordinate review of draft calls and the integration of feedback. Ensure that appropriate guidance is provided to researchers and that terms and expectations are well-defined.
- **Maintain a database of reviewers**: Maintain a database of reviewers, including their contact information, areas of expertise, and availability. Regularly update the database and ensure accuracy of information. Support the Scientific Committee to identify and recruit new reviewers as needed.
- **Coordinate the 10 Chairs program**:You will help Volt-Age establish 10 specialized research Chaires to drive innovation and support talent development at Concordia in the field of Electrification.
- **Researcher recruitment support**: Provide administrative support for recruiting and onboarding researchers and research trainees.
- **Meeting coordination**: Coordinate meetings related to the Scientific Committee's activities. Prepare meeting agendas, slides, and other materials as appropriate, take minutes, support logistics (virtual or in-person), and distribute relevant materials.
- **Archiving Scientific Committee activities**: Maintain and organize documents related to scientific strategies and the work of the Scientific Committee, including summary reports, presentations, and meeting minutes. Ensure confidentiality and secure storage of sensitive information. Assist in preparing and formatting documents for publication or distribution.
- **Communication and correspondence**:Assist in managing internal and external communication for the Scientific Committee.
- **Collaboration and coordination**: Collaborate with other administrative staff, researchers, and stakeholders to support the smooth functioning of Volt-Age more broadly, with a specific emphasis on scientific activities. Foster effective communication and coordination among Volt-Age team members.

**Qualifications**
- **Strong interest for energy transition.**:

- Master, or PhD in Engineering (building, electrical or mechanical), or in a field related to energy transition is a plus / However, if you think your profile and experience matches with the mission, we encourage you to apply.
- Experience in a granting agency such as PRIMA, INNOVEE, TRI-AGENCY, is a plus.
- Experience in a research-oriented environment (including thesis work and research management).
- Proficiency in scientific communication and reporting, familiarity with scientific research processes and terminology.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Bilingual in English and French, with strong written and verbal communication skills with diverse audiences in both languages.

**Testing required**

**How to apply**

**Territorial Acknowledgement**
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

**Employment Equity**

**Accessibility**

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person



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