Job Description

Position Information

Position Title

CRISM Training Support Platform Coordinator

Department/Unit

Psychology and Neuroscience

Research Project

Canadian Research Initiative in Substance Matters (CRISM) Atlantic

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

GP56-25

Employee Group

Grant-Paid

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

1-year, with possibility of extension

Employment Type

Part Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

0.5

Salary

$50,000 per annum (35 hours per week), pro-rated to $25,000 per annum based on 50% FTE (17.5 hours per week)

About the Organization

The Canadian Research Initiative in Substance Matters Atlantic node (

CRISM

Atlantic

)

is one of five nodes within the CRISM network, a Canada-wide intervention research network in the field of substance use. The

CRISM

network

supports research projects that transfer scientific knowledge towards the development of new treatments, including pharmaceutical approaches, psychological interventions and services for people who use substances.


The CRISM Atlantic node acknowledges that we live and work in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Principal Investigator and the Node Manager, the Training Support Platform Coordinator will be responsible to develop and coordinate national training activities, training placements, training program documentation and all training related communications. The Coordinator will be responsible for investigating avenues for additional funding to support and grow elements of the training programs and the overall management of the CRISM training budget. Establishing and maintaining relationships with a diverse group of academic and non-academics both within and outside of the CRISM network as well as some community outreach, will be important to the success of this role and of the training platform.

Key Responsibilities

Developing, coordinating and expanding activities and programs for a national training platform focused on substance use intervention research. Drafting and finalizing required training platform documentation. Regular collaboration with mentors and mentees on training mentorship placements. Coordination of training sub-contracts for training placements and related stipends. Development and oversight of training program evaluations and assessments. Managing CRISM training budget and investigating avenues for additional funding to support growth of the platform. Record keeping and reporting of training platform strategy and progress to CRISM supervisors and external funder; the Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR).

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.



This role may require some travel as well as occasional work during evenings and weekends (e.g., conference, regional meeting attendance) so flexibility with respect to working hours may be necessary. Additional time worked can be taken 'in lieu' at a time mutually agreed upon.

Required Qualifications

Certificate or diploma in Human Resources or Adult Education with minimum two years of related experience in developing and supporting a training program. Experience developing communications, training plans and policies. Experience in securing additional funding to expand programming opportunities. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and related training systems. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely. Highly organized and detail-oriented with effective project and time management skills. Ability to work well both individually and as part of a national multidisciplinary team.

Assets

Experience evaluating effectiveness of training program and members involved. Knowledge in substance use intervention research and understanding of the research pipeline (academic & other funding structures). Experience in patient-oriented research and working with people with living and lived experience of substance use. Bilingual (verbal and written English and French).

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.

Application Consideration

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

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), 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

www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

08/08/2025

Close Date

08/29/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19484