Job ID

78899

Job Title

Specialist, Research Equity, Diversity & Inclusive Excellence

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/09/30

Job Type

Continuing

Close Date

2026/10/09

Employee Group

TMG

Favorite Job

Department

VP Research Central Admin

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Band J

Salary Range

$71375.00 - $107063.00 (annual)

Job Code

105011

Hiring Range

$71375.00 - $93591.00

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Education Level

Masters and/or equivalent work experience

Career Level

3 - 5 years’ experience supporting EDI in research programs and projects, preferably in a university or college environment

At McMaster University our purpose is discovery, communication, and preservation of knowledge. McMaster is known for teaching and research excellence and our research strength is one of our most prized assets. We’re home to some of the best minds and laboratories in the country, with research income and output rivaling those of universities more than twice our size.

The University’s efforts to undertake world‐class research are led by the Vice‐President, Research (VPR) who is responsible for developing and diversifying our research enterprise and for enhancing McMaster’s reputation on the global stage.

As outlined in the University’s Strategic Research Plan, these activities are informed by a set of core values, including a commitment to ethics, equity and excellence in research. Consistently recognized as one of the world’s top research institutions, McMaster is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where innovation and creativity thrive, and evidence-based knowledge is used to generate positive change and advance human and societal well-being through knowledge mobilization and commercialization. This commitment aligns with McMaster’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy which includes among its goals the aim to enhance inclusive excellence in research, and with the University’s Strategic Plan which aspires to embed an inclusive approach in everything we do.

This role will be a dedicated position supporting equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility within McMaster’s research ecosystem through the support of the research community.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Research Equity, Diversity and Inclusive Excellence (REDIE) in the Office of the Vice President Research, the Specialist, Research Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive Excellence (Specialist, REDIE) is responsible for supporting the McMaster community in integrating equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles into research and commercialization activities.

Supporting research across the institution, the Specialist, REDIE, will be a strong team player with the ability to provide expert guidance across the University through workshops, research grant reviews and resource co-development. As a key EDI resource and support person, the Specialist, REDIE will also support activities related to the Canada Research Chairs EDI Action Plan and support research chairs in the implementation, management and assessment of EDIE within their research programs and the completion of associated institutional EDI reports.

Accountabilities:

- Provide consultation to faculty, research teams, and administrative staff on best practices,



relevant resources and training, and other areas related to EDI in research.
- Reviewing research grant applications with a strong EDI in research lens and helping faculty incorporate contextually relevant and actionable EDI strategies that strengthen their proposed research projects.
- Co-developing and co-hosting evidence-based workshops on EDI in research design and research practice.
- Collaboratively write and review various EDI in research reports, including Canada Excellence Research Chair EDI reports, Canada Impact + Research Chair EDI reports and Canada Research Chairs EDI Action Plan reports.
- Collaborate with chairholders, their teams and external consultants to develop quantitative and qualitative assessments aimed at improving EDI in all aspects of their research programs.
- Collaboratively supporting diverse aspects of the Canada Research Chairs program, e.g., job advertisement reviews, candidate eligibility reviews, job interview rubric reviews.
- Supporting research centers, institutes and core platforms in the development of EDI policies, evaluations and practices as needed.
- Supporting the development of specific and general resources that enable researchers to better incorporate EDI considerations in research design and research practice.
- Keeping up to date with changing and evolving EDI in research policies and requirements across funding and policy programs.
- Ensuring that EDI sections of research grant proposals and reports comply with university policies, protect the University from legal liabilities, and conform to the criteria and guidelines set by relevant programs and/or sponsoring agencies.
- Collaborate with other EDI staff and departments to align practices with broader institutional goals, strategies and approaches.
- Collect and evaluate data to support progress updates and formal reporting related to EDI in Research.

Knowledge and Skills

- Demonstrated knowledge of EDI in research practices and the ability to empathetically support others in adapting to change
- Depth and breadth of knowledge of research funding programs across disciplines
- Demonstrated understanding of EDI requirements within the Canadian research funding ecosystem
- Ability to collaborate effectively with other EDI practitioners, staff and faculty in the development of EDI in research workshops, policies and programs
- Comprehensive understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility in research Ability to support EDI assessments and translate the outcomes of assessments into practical tools that enhance EDI in research teams across disciplines
- Ability to co-develop diverse EDI in research resources and policie
- Ability to empathetically and rigorously support researchers with diverse levels of EDI knowledge
- Ability to balance multiple competing responsibilities and tasks
- Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders through empathy, tact, and sound judgment Ability to write and communicate clearly

Pay Transparency Statement The posted hiring range represents McMaster's typical hiring range for this position.



Actual starting salary will depend on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions. Individuals with extensive experience, deep specialized expertise, and/or those who can demonstrate exceptional past performance, as applicable, may be hired at a higher rate within the full range, in accordance with the University compensation policies.

How To Apply To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

- Human Resources Service Centre at (phone hidden) ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs. Hybrid Work Language To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

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