Job Description

Department

School of Public Health - Public Health Sciences

Salary range

$68,541.59 to $94,863.60

Hours per week

37.5

Grade

10

Posted date

August 26, 2025

Closing date

September 15, 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 an end date of March 31, 2028, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.


Applicants interested in this competition are also encouraged to apply for the Research Coordinator competition.

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, Metis, Inuit and all First Peoples 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 at the University of Alberta is a transformational leader in advancing health equity and population health locally and globally. The School of Public Health aims to improve communities' health by engaging partners in world-leading research, learning, and action for societal impact. Research at the School of Public Health is designed to create evidence-informed links between new knowledge and public health policy and practice.

Position Summary

Located within the School of Public Health at the University of Alberta, the SIRCLE (Settings-Based Intervention Research through Changes in Lifestyles and Environments) Research Lab conducts research with a goal to advance and mobilize knowledge in the area of school and community health. SIRCLE delivers and evaluates school- and community-based healthy living programs throughout Canada and internationally which promotes wholistic health, prevents chronic diseases, and reduces health inequities. SIRCLE works to create systems-level change through projects that foster resilience and empowerment and builds on the strengths of communities. Using both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, SIRCLE research evaluates the process, impact, and outcomes of health promotion interventions.


The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the overall project coordination and associated knowledge mobilization for the Healthy Schools | LINK | Ecoles Saines Project within the SIRCLE Research Lab. The Healthy Schools | LINK | Ecoles Saines project includes a diverse multi-site team, with representation from various sectors. The Project Coordinator will work closely with the Principal Investigator, Research Coordinator, larger research team, project partners, staff, and trainees to manage all project activities including procurement, financial tracking and reporting, supervision of staff, leading communication between project partners and universities, governance and managing meetings, and overseeing community engagement, event planning and coordination for all knowledge mobilization activities.


The research program is part of One Child Every Child: A Transformational Child Health Research Initiative that is a Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) funded initiative. This ground-breaking initiative will transform child health research in Canada, promote Indigenous-led knowledge creation and self-determination, and drive discovery and innovation. One Child Every Child is a Parallel Paths project that has Indigenous and non-Indigenous Paths.

Duties

Provide direct project management to support the overall operations of the project, including project schedules and deliverables, governance, communication and engagement, reporting, and activities relating to four project objectives. Facilitate a collaborative team environment, consulting with the PI and larger project team as well as supervising and mentoring staff, student trainees, volunteers and/or interns. Develop and execute a measurable, goal-oriented knowledge translation strategy to effectively mobilize knowledge for local, provincial, national, and international impact. Develops knowledge mobilization tools to assist with the project (i.e., implementation resources, other print materials, web-based content or visual presentations). Identifies and leads consultations with key interest holders including community partners, policymakers, practitioners and representatives in health and education to apply research to inform healthy schools, and solicit feedback. Manage finances and budget for Health Schools LINK, in collaboration with the One Child Every Child Theme 3 Program Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master's degree in a health or related discipline (e.g., public health, nutrition, physical education, kinesiology, psychology, knowledge translation, etc.). 5+ years of public health experience working with diverse groups (a PhD may be considered as partially fulfilling this requirement) Understanding of ethical guidelines and institutional regulations relating to research and funding compliance. Proven ability to manage complex, large-scale initiatives with multiple interest holders, ideally involving practice-based, academic, and government partners. Experience in consensus-building techniques and processes (e.g., Delphi processes). Strong financial oversight capabilities (budgeting, analysis, reporting) and familiarity with grants administration. Experience with both quantitative and qualitative research methods. Strong community-engaged research skills (e.g., community-based participatory research approaches, integrated knowledge translation, co-development of research processes with knowledge users). Understanding of the needs of school communities in Canada and of Comprehensive School Health (CSH) or other health-promoting schools frameworks. Working knowledge of typical office-related software and data management systems such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google, NVivo and willingness to learn new applications. Team player with strong verbal and written communication skills to produce knowledge products (e.g., manuscripts, reports, presentations, grant applications) and manage stakeholder relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and understanding of University of Alberta research services, financial, and human resources procedures, policies, and agreements is an asset. Experience with Indigenous community-based work is an asset for members of the One Child Every Child research team.




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 September 15, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.