Athabasca University's Research Officeis currently recruiting for the position of Research Security Specialist.

The Position

Reporting to the Manager, ResearchDevelopment, the Research Security Specialist is the primary support, contact, and representative for AU for all matters related to research security. They will build institutional capacity of research security, risk mitigation, and compliance by applying expertise in the principles and practice of safeguarding research, policy analysis, and effective communications. They will also serve as a key network liaison in key provincial and national communities of practice and advising groups related to research security.

The Research Security Specialist will support the University's research mission by providing content and process expertise. They will also support and advise researchers across the University ecosystem with the design, implementation, and ongoing compliance of the research security risk mitigation plans that are quickly becoming required components of applications for external research funding. The incumbent will draw on existing resources and knowledge of safeguarding research, the Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern (STRAC) policy, and the National Security Guidelines for Research Partnershipsfamiliarity with research security related best practices, and compliance with Institutional policies and procedures, will be critical to achieve success in this position. The Research Security Specialist will also build awareness of research security across the university, provide a variety of training opportunities related to research security, as well as provision advice and assistance to researchers with export controls, controlled goods, and sanctions regulations, to ensure compliance with all requirements and support other portfolios in the Research Office (e.g. Research ethics, etc) as necessary.

Qualifications

A University degree, either an undergraduate degree combined with 3+ years of relevant work experience, or a graduate degree with 1+ years of relevant work experience.
Experience in a research environment at a university/collegepreferably at a post-secondary institution setting that is governed by the Tri-Agency Framework for the Responsible Conduct of Researchor in a government office, or in the Canadian intelligence environment.
Extensive knowledge of research security, regulations, and national security priorities, including an understanding of export controls and sanctions, National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships, research data management, and cyber security.
Demonstrable ability to consistently apply high level critical thinking, sound decision-making, and clear communication skills in a high volume, fast-paced environment is required.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as experience delivering presentations and briefings to both experts and lay audiences is an asset.
Strong research skills with an ability to prepare detailed guidance resources for compliance and export control purposes is an asset.
Demonstrable experience developing best practices, SOPs, processes, and policies as well as driving change.
Demonstrable success navigating complicated, sensitive, and contentious issues with stakeholder groups who may have competing or conflicting priorities. And the ability to be comfortable in an ambiguous environment where diplomacy, discretion, and tact are paramount.
Familiarity with risk management best practices.
Familiarity with research ethics and integrity issues and best practices would be an asset.

The full job description can be viewed at:Research Security Specialist

For more information about this position, please contact Paul Daniels, Manager, Research Development, atpdaniels@athabascau.ca

Athabasca First

Wherever possible, AU seeks to attract and hire qualified team members to reside in the Athabasca region. We will offer relocation assistance for the right candidate should you decide to relocate the Town of Athabasca. As a resident of the town or county of Athabasca, you can choose to work on and from our beautiful campus in Athabasca.

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What AU Offers

Benefits and Pension eligibility differs based on employee group and may include:

Defined Benefits Pension Plan
Alberta Health Care
Extended Health Care
Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Coverage
Vacation
Office Closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
Discretionary Benefit Fund
AU Course Allowance
A Variety of Leaves (e.g., Maternity/Parental/Adoption, Compassionate Care, etc.)
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Educational credentials will be verified before an offer of employment is extended. An offer of employment is conditional upon verification of educational credentials.

All educational credentials must be recognized in Canada.

E-Transcripts shared directly from your Post-Secondary Institution via email are acceptable.

WES https://www.wes.org/ca/ may be used to verify international educational credentials. Processing time for verification of international qualifications may take up to one month; please plan accordingly.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Athabasca University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, persons of any gender identity and expression, and members of visible minorities.

Where applicants have equal skills, abilities, and experience, candidates residing within or willing to relocate to the County of Athabasca will be given preference.

Working outside of Canada is not supported by Athabasca University. You are legally not permitted to work for Athabasca University if you are living outside of Canada.

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