Pay Competitive
Employment type: Full-Time
Primary Purpose: The Project Coordinator is expected to be a visionary leader who represents Pewaseskwan – the Indigenous Wellness Research Group to the public and its stakeholders. Reporting to the Principal Investigators, with day-to-day direction from the Executive Director and Research Managers, the Project Coordinator will lead the management and coordination of research activities related to the project(s) using Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Doing.
Nature of Work: As a valued member of Pewaseskwan at the University of Saskatchewan, the Project Coordinator will collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders and coordinate the entire study from planning, survey development, pilot testing, survey distribution, data collection and analysis to knowledge translation activities and manuscript writing.
The Coordinator will embrace the concepts of community engagement, consultation, partnership and self-determination. This position requires a high level of independence, interpersonal skills and knowledge of Indigenous philosophies and methodologies.
Accountabilities:
Qualifications
Education: A level of education equivalent to a Master’s degree in a related health or business discipline from a recognized program. Years of experience and lived/living experience will also be considered.
Experience: A minimum of five years of directly related experience in research administration. Knowledge of University of Saskatchewan policies and procedures, including the UniFi System (or equivalent) will be considered an asset. Demonstrated leadership experience in the research environment and among Indigenous peoples is also considered a strong asset for this position. Specifically, project management, including successful collaborations with community and university stakeholders, authorship of academic publications, proposals and/or reports, and supervising staff.
Skills:
This position requires technical and policy knowledge, an ability to deal with competing priorities and deadlines, and personal initiative and judgment. It will suit an individual who is creative, innovative, versatile, and committed to upholding standards of equity, transparency, consistency and accuracy in forging a vital Indigenous presence in this space.
Department: College of Medicine, Cameco Chair in Indigenous Health & Wellness
Status: Term 6 months with the possibility of extension
Employment Group: ASPA
Shift: Mon-Fri, 8:00-4:30 Hybrid work; office location and location of candidate must be in Vancouver, BC
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $53,091.00 - 82,954.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 4/14/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines.
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
The University of Saskatchewan is a Canadian public research university, founded on March 19, 1907, and located on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.
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