Research and Strategic Initiatives Officer

**Department** School of Public Health

**Salary range** $67,159 to $111,927

**Posted date** July 30, 2025

**Closing date** August 8, 2025

**Position Type** Full Time - Operating Funded

**Description**:
**_This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA)._**

In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $67,159 to $111,927.

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

**Working at the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

**Working for the School of Public Health**

The School of Public Health (SPH) is in the process of expanding its undergraduate course offering. SPH successfully launched SPH 200 in the 20234/24 academic year, with over 700 students enrolled. SPH will continue this success by adding a winter semester class of SPH 200, as well as an additional 2 300-level courses. In the 2025/26 academic year, another two to three 300-level courses will be added.

**Position Summary**

Reporting jointly to the Vice Dean and the Associate Dean Research, the Research & Strategic Initiatives Officer is the linchpin that translates the School of Public Health’s 2025-29 Strategic Plan into tangible research and operational outcomes.

The role stewards implementation of the plan—coordinating cross-functional projects, tracking key performance indicators, and briefing senior leadership—while simultaneously supporting the Research Advisory Committee to spark innovative, interdisciplinary collaborations and strengthen faculty success in securing external funding.

By cultivating strategic relationships across campus, government, funders, and community partners, the Officer optimizes resources, ensures compliance, and accelerates high-impact initiatives that elevate the School’s provincial, national, and global profile in public-health research and practice.

**Duties**
- ** Execute the School’s**2025-29**Strategic Plan** - coordinate initiatives, monitor KPIs, and brief leadership with clear progress updates.
- ** Catalyze Research & Funding** - run the Research Advisory Committee, connect faculty to grants, and spark interdisciplinary collaborations.
- ** Deliver Data-Driven Insight** - track grants, publications, and other outputs, turning metrics into evidence-based recommendations.
- ** Engage Stakeholders** - partner with campus units, funders, government, and community groups to amplify public-health impact.
- ** Ensure Compliance & Champion Equity** - guide teams on ethics, policy, and EDI to foster responsible, inclusive research.
- ** Build Capacity & Represent SPH**- serve on committees, lead workshops, and share updates that strengthen our research culture.

**Qualifications**
- Graduate degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, or a closely related field.
- At least five years of relevant research experience in an academic, government, or industry setting.
- Demonstrated expertise in grant funding and administration—including Tri-Council agencies, proposal development, and post-award management.
- Proven project-management skills to develop, implement, and evaluate complex initiatives within a higher-education or research context.
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder-engagement abilities with faculty, students, government, and community partners.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills for conveying research findings and strategic goals to diverse audiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

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