Research Funding Administrator

Description

Date Posted: 02/06/2025
Req ID: 41553
Faculty/Division: VP - Research
Department: Research Services Office
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00029408




Description: About us:

The Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) portfolio supports the University of Toronto as a top public research university in the world. Our mission is to create the most supportive environment possible so that our researchers, innovators and learners can do what they do best — advance understanding and apply new knowledge. Our work supports, fosters and promotes the research and innovation culture and activities of our faculty, staff and students, along with our partner hospitals, funding sponsors, and partners in the public and private sector.


VPRI provides a full range of services including guidance to faculty, staff and students on funding opportunities, research agreement negotiation, oversight and accountability services including research accounting, environmental health and safety, innovation and entrepreneurship, partnerships, policies and procedures, and institutional awards and honours.

Your opportunity:

As a member of a team within the Research Services Office (RSO) the Research Funding Administrator (RFA) provides professional client service to the University of Toronto research community. Under the general supervision of the Research Funding Officer or Research Funding Manager, the RFA contributes to the efficient administration of research funding applications and awards for the University’s research community.

Your responsibilities will include:






Acting as the first point of contact for general enquiries and responding to enquiries within the defined scope of the role and redirecting as appropriate Advising on pre- and post- research award administration providing options and solutions Identifying non-standard issues with applications and awards, and escalating for review Verifying research funding proposals are complete, accurate and adhere to University and sponsor policies and procedures Establishing and maintaining restricted research funds according to agreed-upon sponsor terms & conditions Coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, materials, action and follow-up items Performing routine data entry, updating and maintaining database records, and generating reports Essential Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. Minimum two (2) years relevant administrative experience; experience working with numbers and data; experience working with the University's Research Information System (RIS) and Financial Information System (FIS) or equivalent systems. Excellent numerical, data management, record keepingand administrative skills Strong computer skills including the ability to work with a broad range of information system tools including spreadsheets, databases, sponsor‐based electronic systems, and web‐based software applications Abilityto work independently, under direction, as well as in a team environment Strong organizational and problem‐solving skills Excellent attention to detail Tact and sensitivity in dealing with varied clientele; excellent interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills Demonstrated judgement and initiative
Assets (Nonessential):
Demonstrated understanding of research fund administration Prior experience working with research funding agencies Knowledge of University research‐related policies and procedures
To be successful in this role you will be:
Communicator Efficient Organized Proactive Team player Closing Date: 02/20/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type : Budget - Term This is a TERM role ending February 2027.
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 08 -- $62,832. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $80,351. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching
Recruiter: Anita Chooraman






Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.