Job Description

Dalhousie Medical School attracts some of Canada's top students, physicians, and health researchers. With campuses in Halifax, Nova Scotia and Saint John, New Brunswick, and over 100 teaching sites across the Maritimes, we provide aspiring doctors and health researchers with the highest caliber of education. Reporting to the Director, Medical Research Development Office (MRDO), the Coordinator, Faculty Research Programs will coordinate and oversee all faculty research programs, including ongoing process improvement identification of all programs in alignment with Office of Advancement agreements.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for the coordination of the application, review, and awards processes. Ensure strong internal controls, efficient and effective processes, and consistent implementation of research programs. Uphold and ensure program adherence to institutional and research policies.
• Lead stakeholder engagement to identify areas for investment, cultivating an environment of continuous improvement, innovation, and growth for research programs. Deliver effective strategic communication regarding program guidelines and processes.
• Work closely with Office of Advancement staff to determine readiness of financial commitments related to research programs. Ensure adherence to allocation and financial approval processes for programs. Complete financial reporting and recovery of unspent funds.
• Ensure confidentiality of application information. Manage conflicts of interest to maintain robust and transparent processes.
• Provide advice to MRDO leadership on content to ensure strategic priorities are addressed on the MRDO website. Identify target audiences, oversee and prepare web content and revisions, and recommend how to use the website best to advance strategic priorities.

Note
Applications for this position are restricted to current employees of Dalhousie University as described in the . Secondments within Dalhousie university will be encouraged.
The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in related field plus approximately three to five years' relevant experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Experience with guideline/program development and administration, financial administration, and detailed record-keeping.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to work with and advise diverse teams.
• Strong initiative and organizational skills with the proven ability to work independently on multiple projects in a deadline-driven, fast-paced, confidential environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, and analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Assets

• Experience in a post-secondary academic, research, and/or research funding environment.
• Experience with project management.

Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:
- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Integrity
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Communication
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Applications for this position are restricted to current employees of Dalhousie University as described in the .
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies One (1)
Open Date 12/19/2025
Close Date 01/12/2026
Open Until Filled No
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents * Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents * Cover Letter

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