Manager, Research Operations and Graduate Studies
Top Benefits
About the role
Purpose: The Manager, Research Operations and Graduate Studies provides unified leadership for two core portfolios in the Law School: research operations and graduate academic administration. The role oversees the full research lifecycle, including identification of research and award opportunities, support in preparing applications and award nominations, administration of research funds and agreements, compliance, as well as support with research events and research dissemination. This role also manages all research graduate program processes such as admissions, funding, milestones, and student services. Working closely with faculty, students, and senior leadership, the Manager leads a high performing team, drives operational improvements, ensures policy and regulatory compliance, and delivers efficient, student centered and faculty focused services that advance the Law School's academic and research mission.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
Experience:
4 years of related experience.
2 years of management or supervisory experience.
Experience in graduate academic administration, research administration, or related university operations, ideally within a professional school (law, business, etc.).
Knowledge:
Understanding of the nature of university-based research and the research goals and objectives of a faculty.
Knowledge and effective skills in budgetary planning and control.
Knowledge of graduation program structures, degree requirements, and academic regulations.
Knowledge of research funding, pre- and post-award financial processes and management.
Working knowledge of human resources management practices and collective agreement application.
Skills:
Effective organizational and management skills.
Effective communication skills with proven report writing skills.
Effective data management and analysis skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective interpersonal and consensus-building skills.
Ability to develop actionable initiatives and effective judgment.
Effective problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task.
Proficient with use of Microsoft 365, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Additional Notes: Normal office environment.
-Compensation:
York's CPM Compensation Framework has a salary grid consisting of 6 or 8 steps (depending on job grade) which is reviewed annually with possible adjustments, and a lump sum Performance Based Recognition Award. Employees will receive the grid adjustment and depending on performance, eligible permanent employees may move to the next step of the grid and may receive a lump sum Performance Based Recognition Award.Visit the CPM Compensation page on the HR Website to find out more about York's CPM Compensation Program.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.
York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.
We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.
PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.
About York University
York University is a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff driving positive change.
As one of the largest post-secondary communities in the world and with a uniquely global perspective, we are driven by passion and purpose as part of a forward-thinking collective bringing enduring values and new ideas to complex societal challenges.
The York University staff and faculty community benefit from opportunities for career advancement, learning and development, and personal growth while creating positive change for our students and broader communities.
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Manager, Research Operations and Graduate Studies
Top Benefits
About the role
Purpose: The Manager, Research Operations and Graduate Studies provides unified leadership for two core portfolios in the Law School: research operations and graduate academic administration. The role oversees the full research lifecycle, including identification of research and award opportunities, support in preparing applications and award nominations, administration of research funds and agreements, compliance, as well as support with research events and research dissemination. This role also manages all research graduate program processes such as admissions, funding, milestones, and student services. Working closely with faculty, students, and senior leadership, the Manager leads a high performing team, drives operational improvements, ensures policy and regulatory compliance, and delivers efficient, student centered and faculty focused services that advance the Law School's academic and research mission.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
Experience:
4 years of related experience.
2 years of management or supervisory experience.
Experience in graduate academic administration, research administration, or related university operations, ideally within a professional school (law, business, etc.).
Knowledge:
Understanding of the nature of university-based research and the research goals and objectives of a faculty.
Knowledge and effective skills in budgetary planning and control.
Knowledge of graduation program structures, degree requirements, and academic regulations.
Knowledge of research funding, pre- and post-award financial processes and management.
Working knowledge of human resources management practices and collective agreement application.
Skills:
Effective organizational and management skills.
Effective communication skills with proven report writing skills.
Effective data management and analysis skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective interpersonal and consensus-building skills.
Ability to develop actionable initiatives and effective judgment.
Effective problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task.
Proficient with use of Microsoft 365, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Additional Notes: Normal office environment.
-Compensation:
York's CPM Compensation Framework has a salary grid consisting of 6 or 8 steps (depending on job grade) which is reviewed annually with possible adjustments, and a lump sum Performance Based Recognition Award. Employees will receive the grid adjustment and depending on performance, eligible permanent employees may move to the next step of the grid and may receive a lump sum Performance Based Recognition Award.Visit the CPM Compensation page on the HR Website to find out more about York's CPM Compensation Program.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.
York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.
We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.
PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.
About York University
York University is a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff driving positive change.
As one of the largest post-secondary communities in the world and with a uniquely global perspective, we are driven by passion and purpose as part of a forward-thinking collective bringing enduring values and new ideas to complex societal challenges.
The York University staff and faculty community benefit from opportunities for career advancement, learning and development, and personal growth while creating positive change for our students and broader communities.