Research Project Manager Jobs

Administrative New Full-time Position
Reporting to the Director, Research Operations, the Research Project Manager will play a crucial role in managing a portfolio of applied research projects across the college as a member of the Office of Research Services (ORS) Operations team. The incumbent will apply project management best practices in supporting researchers and research projects to ensure that focus remains on research activities, while adhering to various agency and institutional guidelines. The incumbent will also be responsible for guiding and supporting a team of research grant assistants in planning , executing, and troubleshooting activities in support of the research community.
The successful candidate will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on-site as required. The office of research services is located at 96 Grand Avenue South in Cambridge.
Responsibilities

• Manage and support a team of Research Grant Assistants in completing their activities and resolving challenges
• Communicate information regarding the current state, upcoming challenges, and future plans of research projects
• Update and streamline processes for administering research projects
• Coordinate and facilitate discussions between internal and external stakeholders
• Provide updates to Principle Investigators on spending, in-kind, and cash requirements
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of funder requirements to ensure all project activities are compliant
• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans to reduce the likelihood of project delays or other issues
• Manage and contribute to the successful execution of a portfolio of applied research projects across the college
• Create and maintain a community of practice to facilitate collaboration and sharing of best practices
• Review project plans to ensure comprehensive, realistic and well-defined projects
• Identify and implement new initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce or mitigate potential issues
• Monitor project progress and ensure the project stays on schedule and within budget
• Troubleshoot issues and concerns arising during the research project
• Facilitate project planning and review sessions with appropriate team members and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Track record of effective communication, including coordinating and leading meetings, with internal and external stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• Strong budgeting and financial skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively, within tightly prescribed timelines and within institutional and funding agency guidelines
• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, independence, tact, and sound judgement in decision-making
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and policies
• Minimum five years of relevant experience including leadership and project management functions; prior experience managing or leading in a unionized environment is preferred
• Professional Project Management Certification is preferred
• Proven ability to effectively adopt and utilize online tools for collaboration – Project management tools, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, MS Office, MS Planner
• Four-year Degree in Business, Engineering, Science or related field of study; Master’s Degree in Business Administration or a Masters of Science in Project Management would be considered an asset
• Excellent organizational, analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and conflict management skills
• Research Administration Certificate is considered an asset
• Experience in the college research environment is considered an asset

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