Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
The Psychology administrative team is the 2025 recipient of the FASS Employee Achievement Award for Team Work Performance. They work closely with and support the Department Chair, Undergraduate Chair, and Graduate Chair in department operations. At the undergraduate level, Psychology is the largest department in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. At the graduate level, we have six core areas of Psychology as well as the professional Ph.D. training program in Clinical Psychology.
About the Role
The Coordinator, Research Grants and Projects, works with Principal and Co-investigators in facilitating the financial, reporting and administrative requirements for various grants and projects within the Department of Psychology and provides administrative support for grant holders and staff. The Coordinator is responsible for developing and maintaining all financial records, processing expenditures, and reviewing and reconciling grant and project accounts; ensuring that Terms of Reference and specific grant and project requirements are met; preparing financial statements and project reports for Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Canadian Foundation for Innovation (CFI) and partnership grants; and liaising with external funding agencies with respect to the administrative, reporting and financial requirements of grants and projects.
Full Job Description
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in research grant and project administration, financial administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Excellent organizational, analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and conflict management skills.
Excellent interpersonal, communication (both oral and written) and presentation skills.
Excellent project management and event planning skills.
Good knowledge of research concepts, principles, procedures and terminology.
Good knowledge of financial administration and accounting processes and procedures.
What We Offer
At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):
4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)
Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members
Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds
And more! View our benefits brochure
Prorated for part-time employees
Additional Information
Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.
SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.
