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Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.

The Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) Office is responsible for the administration of over 1000 trainees in close to 70 accredited programs within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry in the College of Health Sciences. The PGME team includes 21 administrative positions and 9 directors governed by the Associate and Assistant Deans. Our mission is to support the trainees (residents and fellows), program directors, supervisors, administrators and faculty members involved in postgraduate medical education. We are looking for an additional team lead to oversee registrations and other administrative functions as it relates to fellowship, areas of focused competence trainees and residents. Reporting to the Manager, Administration, the Team Lead supports PGME governance, operations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position fosters collaboration across multiple partners, including faculty, medical education administrators, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and Alberta Health Services. With a strong focus on leadership, education administration, and partner engagement, the Team Lead ensures smooth delivery of high-quality medical training programs while contributing to strategic planning, policy development, and staff mentorship.

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world’s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.

• Supervise and mentor a team of administrative staff; conduct performance evaluations and foster professional development

• Oversee onboarding, registration, and coordination of postgraduate trainees

• Represent PGME on university, provincial, and national committees, including AFMC Postgraduate Managers Committee

• Support accreditation and compliance processes with internal and external regulatory bodies

• Develop, implement, and maintain PGME policies, procedures, and communication tools (e.g., newsletters, web content)

• Provide data reporting, budget support, and event planning

• Promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in all facets of leadership and service delivery

• Undergraduate degree in business, education, administration, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

• Minimum 5 years of progressive administrative experience in a complex academic or medical education environment

• At least 2 years of experience supervising staff in a unionized environment

• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills

• Strong organizational, communication, and technical writing abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, and administrative systems such as PeopleSoft, Cascade, and Campaign Monitor

• Demonstrated experience in the administration of postgraduate medical education programs and familiarity with accreditation standards preferred

• Graduate of the University of Alberta's Supervisory Leadership Program or Management Intensive Program an asset

• Demonstrated understanding of the Protection of Personal Information ACT (POPA) and records management policies

Application Instructions

Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please indicate your supervisory experience and why you are interested in joining the PGME Team.

This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package*.*

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

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