Job DetailsCompetition ID:4608Employment Type:Permanent Full TimeWorkplace Type:HybridNumber of Openings:1Internal Closing Date:May 29, 2026External Closing Date:May 29, 2026Salary:13 - BCGEU Pay Grid – $33.88 to $37.81 per hourEmployee Group:Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)Travel Frequency:Occasional travel between campuses is required.Days of Work:Monday – FridayHours of Work:8:30am – 4:30pmHours per Week:35We are currently seeking a Research Services Specialist to join our Office of Research Services team.Job OverviewThe Research Services Specialist works closely with all researchers in the effective post‑award administration of their externally funded research projects, ensuring the projects are administered in alignment with funding agency guidelines. Provides detailed and timely reports to senior administrators on the status of institutional research funding.Communicates with external funding agencies to ensure KPU’s research administration practices and procedures are updated as and when funding agencies revise their guidelines. Acting as the primary liaison between KPU administrative units and researchers, facilitating the smooth operation of research projects. This position requires a broad and detailed knowledge of institutional and external funding agency policies and procedures as well as knowledge and competency in research finance. The candidate must be detail‑oriented, able to meet tight deadlines, and capable of making sound recommendations with minimal supervision.Education and ExperienceMinimum of five years of administrative experience plus two years of post‑secondary education, preferably Research Administration certification, and/or business or administration courses or credentials or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Experience working in a research administration environment required.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesWorking knowledge of all research administration and compliance (e.G. research ethics,



animal care, etc.) over the entire life cycle of research activities.Demonstrated ability to coordinate financial activities and monitor compliance with policies and agreements.Demonstrated ability to perform advanced Microsoft Office and Internet applications.Ability to key 40 wpm with a high degree of accuracy.Experience with content management systems.Demonstrated initiative, organizational, and decision‑making skills.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.Superior communication skills, including excellent oral and written skills.Working knowledge of institutional policies, funding agency policies, and program guidelines.Proven ability to manage and prioritize tasks, meet changing priorities, work to deadlines, and make responsible decisions while maintaining high levels of customer service.Flexible in scheduling as overtime and out‑of‑town travel may be required.Proven ability to handle confidential matters and materials with tact and discretion.Salary InformationSalary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement. Hourly rates: $33.88–$37.81 per hour in line with BCGEU Pay Grid 13.Total RewardsAs part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top‑up, sick leave, long‑term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, in‑house training & development, inter‑campus transportation, and more.Note to ApplicantsKuantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity‑deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.We welcome applications from those experiencing barriers and are willing to provide accommodations.For more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards, please visit the employee portal.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Research Services Specialist - $33.9 - $37.8 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Kuantlen Polytechnic University
📍 Winnipeg