Job Description

Department

Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Psychiatry Dept

Salary range

$54,977.40 to $74,669.16

Hours per week

35

Grade

8

Posted date

July 10, 2025

Closing date

July 17, 2025

Position Type

Full Time - Trust Funded

Description

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This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).


This position has a term length of 3 years and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Location

- This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work 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, Metis, 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 Department of Psychiatry

Psychiatry is a department in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta. Our department couples basic science with clinical research to promote world-class investigations on issues relevant to mental health. The Department also has a diverse group of outstanding scientists who are internationally recognized. These scientists are carrying out some of the leading-edge research in neuropsychiatry, mood and anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia.

Position Summary

The Program Assistant provides direct high-level administrative, program coordination and implementation support for the continued development, research, and education of mental health literacy initiatives tailored to healthcare professionals, educators, and community stakeholders. Working directly under the guidance of the Project Director, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of program deliverables, stakeholder communications, provincial, national, and international training events, digital outreach, and financial operations. This position is central to the smooth functioning, credibility, and innovation of a high-profile, national mental health initiative, and demands 5+ years of direct experience with the mental health literacy program, post-secondary education in health or social sciences, and a proven ability to operate at both strategic and executional levels.

Duties

Serves as the primary contact for the Mental Health Literacy Stream of TIME4MH Coordinates logistics and timelines for all training and outreach events, including travel-based national sessions. Independently manages stakeholder communications, including clinician, educator and community outreach. Assists Project Director in planning and stakeholder reporting.

Qualifications

Post secondary education in Health, Education, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field Over 5 years of specialized experience in mental health literacy, program delivery, and stakeholder engagement Advanced knowledge of program administration, budget management, and project coordination Strong understanding of digital tools including content management systems, Excel, Google Workspace, SharePoint, and Adobe Creative Suite Familiarity with institutional and health-related protocols (e.g., FOIP, HIA)


At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.


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.



The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.



L'Universite de l'Alberta s'engage a creer une communaute universitaire ou chaque personne se sent valorisee, ou les obstacles a la reussite sont elimines et ou des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se developper. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiees. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premieres nations, Metis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapees; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identite et une expression sexospecifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer a la diversification des idees et a l'universite a postuler.

Note:

This opportunity will be available until midnight July 17, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.