Research Partnerships Administrator

6 days ago

Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full time

**Date Posted**:04/15/2025
**Req ID**: 42542
**Faculty/Division**: VP - Research
**Department**: Innovations & Partnerships Office
**Campus**: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
**Position Number**: 00049482

**Description**:
**About us**:
**Your opportunity**:
Based within the Innovations and Partnerships team, you will support faculty members and academic administrators in the administration of research grants and the review of non-funded agreements, as well as MITACs proposals and agreements. The RPAfollows established business processes within the Innovations & Partnerships Office (IPO) that support the administration of research proposals and account setup, exchanges information with external partners, and ensures template agreements are in place with external partners for non-funded agreements and MITACs grants. The RPA is required to set-up restricted research funds according to agreed upon sponsor terms and conditions and follows business protocols established within the division of the Vice President, Research and Innovation (VPRI) for research account administration including releasing or holding funds according to internal and external compliance requirements.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Settling the terms of research funding agreements
- Acting as the primary contact for enquiries pertaining to funding opportunities as well as pre and post award matters
- Overseeing the establishment and release of research funds
- Verifying research funding proposals are complete, accurate and adhere to Sponsor guidelines and University policies and guidelines
- Analyzing and recommending research agreements for institutional sign-off
- Advising on pre and post award research administration providingoptions and solutions

**Essential Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
- Minimum five (5) years' relevant experience in research administration in an Academic or Health Care setting or comparable environment
- Experience with pre and post award administration or equivalent
- Strong computer skills including ability to work with a broad range of internal and external information system tools and electronic processing systems including spreadsheets, databases, and sponsor-based electronic systems
- Excellent attention to detail; strong administrative and records management skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong level of client/customer service
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate timely flow of information with regards research agreements
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

**Assets (Nonessential)**:

- Prior experience working with Federal Granting Agency (i.e Tri-Council /Mitacs) and private sector partners

**To be successful in this role you will be**:

- Accountable
- Efficient
- Multi-tasker
- Organized
- Problem solver
- Team player

**Closing Date**: 04/30/2025, 11:59PM ET
**Employee Group**: USW
**Appointment Type**: Budget - Term **This is a**TERM** role starting in June 2025 and ending in June 2026.**
**Schedule**: Full-Time
**Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone**:
**Job Category**: Research Administration & Teaching
**Recruiter**: Anita Chooraman

**Lived Experience Statement

  • Global Director, Research

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Odgers Berndtson Full time

    A global research organization is seeking a dynamic Executive Director (ED) for Research and Partnerships. This strategic role will shape global research initiatives and partnerships, contributing to advancing research excellence and societal impact. The ideal candidate is a PhD-level leader with significant experience in research administration and a...

  • Global Director, Research

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Odgers Berndtson Full time

    A global research organization is seeking a dynamic Executive Director (ED) for Research and Partnerships. This strategic role will shape global research initiatives and partnerships, contributing to advancing research excellence and societal impact. The ideal candidate is a PhD-level leader with significant experience in research administration and a...

  • Global Director, Research

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Odgers Berndtson Full time

    A global research organization is seeking a dynamic Executive Director (ED) for Research and Partnerships. This strategic role will shape global research initiatives and partnerships, contributing to advancing research excellence and societal impact. The ideal candidate is a PhD-level leader with significant experience in research administration and a...

  • Executive Director, Research and Partnerships

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada ODAIA Full time

    CIFAR Executive Director, Research and Partnerships | Direction générale, Recherche et Partenariats To Apply To fill this position, CIFAR has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers, and the search is being led by Joanne McMullin. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online at For more information, please contact Sarah...

  • Executive Director, Research and Partnerships

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada ODAIA Full time

    CIFAR Executive Director, Research and Partnerships | Direction générale, Recherche et Partenariats To Apply To fill this position, CIFAR has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers, and the search is being led by Joanne McMullin. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/30431. For...

  • Executive Director, Research and Partnerships

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada ODAIA Full time

    CIFAR Executive Director, Research and Partnerships | Direction générale, Recherche et Partenariats To Apply To fill this position, CIFAR has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers, and the search is being led by Joanne McMullin. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/30431. For...

  • Executive Director, Research and Partnerships

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada ODAIA Full time

    CIFAR Executive Director, Research and Partnerships | Direction générale, Recherche et Partenariats To Apply To fill this position, CIFAR has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers, and the search is being led by Joanne McMullin. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/30431. For...

  • Strategic Research Funding

    2 days ago

    Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full time

    A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Strategic Research Development Officer to enhance research proposals, manage funding applications, and foster partnerships. The role requires a Master's degree and minimum five years of experience in research administration. You will conduct outreach activities, analyze funding opportunities, and...

  • Strategic Research Funding

    2 days ago

    Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full time

    A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Strategic Research Development Officer to enhance research proposals, manage funding applications, and foster partnerships. The role requires a Master's degree and minimum five years of experience in research administration. You will conduct outreach activities, analyze funding opportunities, and...

  • Strategic Partnership Research Analyst

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Vosyn Inc Full time

    STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP ANALYST Job Title: Strategic Partnership Research Analyst Level: Entry to Mid-Level Department: Business Development Work Location: Remote (with hybrid options in Toronto) Compensation: Competitive Salary with Performance Bonuses About Us: At Vosyn, we are revolutionizing communication with our Language Synthesis AI, empowering...