The Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) portfolio supports the University of Toronto as a top public research university in the world. Our work supports, fosters and promotes the research and innovation culture and activities of our faculty, staff and students, alongwith 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. As a member of a team within the Innovations & Partnerships Office (IPO) the Research FundingAdministrator (RFA) contributes to the provision of qualified client service to the UniversityofToronto research community. Under the general supervision of the Manager, Partnerships, the RFA implements administration procedures including the productive administrative implementation of research funding applications and awards. Advising on pre and post research award administration providing options and solutions Verifying research funding proposals are complete, accurate and adhere to University and sponsor guidelines and procedures Establishing and maintaining restricted research funds according to agreed upon sponsor terms and conditions Coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, materials, action and follow-up items Performing routine data entry, updating and maintaining database records, and generating reports Bachelor's degree or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.



Minimum two (2) years relevant administrative experience including: experience working with numbers and data as well as experience working with research funding agencies. Experience working with the University's Research Information System (RIS) and Financial Information System (FIS) or equivalent systems. Excellent numerical, data management, record keeping and administrative skills. Strong computer skills including the ability to work with a broad range of information system tools including spreadsheets, databases, and sponsor-based electronic systems. Strong computer skills including external information systems and web-based software applications. Assets (Nonessential): Demonstrated understanding of research fund administration. Knowledge of the University's research-related policies and procedures. Schedule: Full-Time Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. Research Administration & Teaching Divisional HR Office Email: cahrs.recruitment@utoronto.
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.



The 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. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, 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. The 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. The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website . #

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