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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Research Advisor - UPEI Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office (Grant Funded) *Reposted*

Competition Number:
63E20R
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
UPEI Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office
Position:
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Research Advisor
Contract:
Full-Time Term Position (Grant Funded)
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

Commensurate with qualifications and education

Term:

As soon as possible for Eight (8) Month Term (Term may be reduced or extended depending on performance, available funding and departmental requirements)

The UPEI Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office operating under the Vice President Academic and Research and the Vice President Administration and Finance, is looking to hire an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Research Advisor.  The University is working to implement best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion in research in accordance with the University’s strategic planning in this area.  The role is central to the University’s efforts to implement actions to reduce barriers that may be experienced by historically or structurally disadvantaged groups. The position will report to the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Implement actions identified in the UPEI Canada Research Chairs Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan under the direction of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Officer, and consultation with the Vice-President Academic and Research and Vice-President Administration and Finance
  • Assist the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Officer with integrating best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion into current operations and establishing future practices. Reviewing confidential employment information and confidential consultation feedback to ensure diverse experiences are considered in the implementation of process changes
  • Develop materials related to employment processes, that are designed to remove barriers and biases experienced by disadvantaged groups
  • Develop training materials and resources for faculty and staff to build greater understanding and awareness of connections between equity, diversity and inclusion principles and research excellence

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
  • Master’s degree in a related field is considered an asset
  • Minimum three years related experience
  • Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Adept at working across departments and functions
  • Strong knowledge of MS office products (Word, PowerPoint)
  • Substantive knowledge of equity, diversity and inclusion principles including systemic discrimination
  • Experience with initiatives related to eliminating discrimination
  • Ability to identify systemic discrimination within systems and provide solutions
  • Experience with workplace equity initiatives an asset
  • Lived experience or expertise in diversity and inclusion an asset
  • Demonstrated experience working with confidential and sensitive materials
  • Knowledge of research within an academic institution or complex employment systems an asset

Previous applicants of Competition #63E20 need not reapply.

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.