Strategic Research Development Officer

Job title:

Strategic Research Development Officer

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 03/10/2025
Req ID: 42076
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Information
Department: Faculty of Information
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00050075Description:About us:The Faculty of Information at the University of Toronto is a research-led Faculty, educating the next generation of leaders in information scholarship and the information professions, both established and emerging. Our researchers and graduates are recognized for their innovation, experimentation, human-centred perspectives and commitment to community.The Faculty, which will celebrate its centenary in 2028, has built on its heritage strengths in libraries, archives and museums to incorporate scientific and technological expertise from engineering, computer science, and other disciplines. At the same time, it has committed itself to applying social, political, and cultural perspectives from media arts, humanities, and social science to the study of information, technology, people and the relationships among them.A top tier school, the Faculty of Information is consistently ranked in the top five Library and Information Management graduate programs by the QS World University rankings. The QS rankings include both Master’s and PhD level programs.More background about the Faculty can be found on its website (ischool.utoronto.ca).Your opportunity:The Strategic Research Development Officer will support the Faculty of Information’s research community to advance Faculty of Information’s and the University of Toronto’s strategic research partnerships and opportunities. The incumbent plays an integral role within the Faculty’s Research Office to amplify the opportunity and impact of research by increasing tri-agency funding, developing partnerships with industry, and supporting the development of community-engaged research opportunities.Reporting to the Associate Dean, Research, and working closely with the CAO the incumbent brings the highest standards of professionalism and dedication to achieve maximum quality and productivity to enhance the Faculty’s research operations and support. The position will also work in collaboration with the Division of the Vice-President Research and Innovation (VPRI).The research programs include those that involve multiple researchers, cross-faculty, multi-institutional and interdisciplinary strategy and require active involvement and coordination among Principal Investigators, Departments, Institutes, Faculties and non-U of T entities. Key duties include tactical execution and services provided to ensure that objectives are met, constraints and timelines are anticipated and coordinated across the portfolio.Your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying, developing and executing strategies for research and development collaborations
• Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
• Researching and recommending new opportunities for external collaborations and partnerships
• Delivering presentations to promote programs, opportunities and/or initiatives
• Tracking the status of partnership development initiatives, activities and outcomes
• Fostering and maintaining networks to build capacity and collaboration
• Planning and estimating financial resources required for programs and/or projects
• Serving as a resource to a group or on a function

Essential Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience
• Minimum five years of experience in research coordination in the disciplines of information, technology and social sciences
• Experience in communications specifically in the disciplines of information, technology and social sciences
• Track record of achievement in partnering with researchers to generate new funding leads and driving the successful development and management of complex research grants preferably in an academic environment
• Experience, expertise, and success with writing proposals and/or applications for funding from various sponsors including but not limited to NSERC, SSHRC, CFI, and agency matching programs
• Demonstrated ability to review and recommend improvements to draft proposals in order to meet agency requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and advising on research funding strategies in consultation with a range of stakeholders and implementing these strategies to increase research income
• Developing and managing research budgets; demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with budgets and financial planning to support researchers on the appropriate information and attachments to include with a grant proposal
• Developing metrics, analyzing and providing statistical and research performance information to internal and external reporting bodies
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to promote programs, opportunities and/or initiatives
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence and negotiate effectively and sensitively with senior leaders, researchers, colleagues, and external bodies
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as a self-starter, and collaboratively as part of a team
• Knowledge of all aspects of the grants lifecycle; research funding strategies; applications and proposals; and compliance monitoring
• Excellent research and analytical skills

Assets (Nonessential):

• Understanding of Research Ethics in concept and practice
• Understanding of the academic research community
• Knowledge of U of T’s Research Information System (RIS)

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Articulate
• Diplomatic
• Insightful
• Proactive
• Problem solver
• Resourceful

Closing Date: 03/24/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget – Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 15 — $95,627. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $122,290. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Research Administration & TeachingLived 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.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

Expected salary

$95627 per year

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:12:40 GMT

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