Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science -> Fac of Engineering - General

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

28 May 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1

Salary Grade

$75,755.00 - $98,528.00

Additional Posting Information

Please note that while the university encourages and accepts external applications, a strong pool of internal candidates has been identified for this opportunity.

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

SG11

Employee Group:

PEA - Regular

of Hires Needed

1

Category

General Management

About this Opportunity

The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

The salary range for this position is:

• Recruitment range: $75,755 - $83,525 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
• Performance range: $98,528 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary

Mandate:
The Research Team Lead provides leadership and coordination for faculty-wide research administration and support services within the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science. Working closely with the Associate Dean Research, the position develops and maintains effective processes, resources, and guidance that enable faculty members and research teams to successfully secure and manage research funding.

The role serves as a key liaison between faculty researchers and university research support units, ensuring compliance with institutional and funding agency requirements while strengthening the faculty’s capacity for competitive grant development and effective post-award management.

Objectives:

• Strengthen the faculty’s research funding success by supporting strategic and coordinated grant development.
• Build capacity among faculty members and research teams in grant preparation, research administration processes, and funding agency requirements.
• Develop and maintain efficient systems, procedures, and resources that support research proposal development, funding administration, and reporting.
• Provide leadership and coordination for the faculty’s research support function, ensuring effective service delivery and continuous improvement of research administration practices.

Job Requirements

This position requires a graduate degree and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience working in a research environment. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
• Demonstrated experience in research grant preparation.
• Knowledge of Canadian funding agency requirements and post-award research administration processes.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex policies, guidelines, and funding regulations.
• Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating teams and supporting collaborative work environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex processes and timelines.
• Demonstrated financial and budget administration experience related to research projects or programs.
• Ability to build productive working relationships with faculty, researchers, and administrative units across the university.
• Experience developing tools, resources, or processes that improve administrative efficiency.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to review and provide feedback on complex documents.
• Proficiency with common administrative and research systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, research administration systems).

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.