Project Research Coordinator

Department: Faculty of Education

Job Type: Limited Term

Full-time/Part-time: Part Time (>910 hrs/year)

Campus: Brantford

Reports to: Danielle Boissoneau, Principal Investigator, Gi-inwewin Gi-naazikaanag

Employee Group: PAG

Application Deadline: 11/13/2026

Requisition ID: 11929

Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading multi-campus university that excels at educating with purpose. Through its exceptional employees, students, researchers, leaders, and educators, Laurier has built a reputation as a world-class institution known for its rich student experience, academic excellence, and global impact. With a commitment to Indigenization and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, Laurier’s thriving community has a place for everyone.

Laurier has more than 21,000 students and 2,100 faculty and staff across campuses in Waterloo and Brantford, as well locations in Kitchener and Milton. The university is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, a flexible work policy and employing a workforce that is reflective of local and national demographics. Laurier's Waterloo, Kitchener, and Brantford campuses are located on the shared traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishnaabe, and Haudenosaunee peoples. This land is part of the Dish with One Spoon Treaty between the Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabe peoples and symbolizes the agreement to share, protect our resources, and not to engage in conflict. Laurier's Milton campus is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, and part of the Nanfan Treaty of 1701 between the British Crown and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.

This job posting is for a current vacancy.

Position Summary

The Gi-inwewin Gi-naazikaanag Research Project Coordinator supports the effective administration and implementation of research activities by providing project specific coordination and navigating institutional processes on behalf of the research team. The position coordinates administrative requirements, liaises with internal university departments and project partners, and monitors project timelines and documentation to ensure activities are carried out efficiently and in accordance with university policies and procedures. By providing this coordination function, the position enables researchers and research assistants to focus on substantive research, community engagement, and knowledge mobilization activities.

The position contributes to Laurier’s commitment to research excellence, collaboration, and responsible stewardship by supporting effective use of research resources, fostering coordination across university units and project partners, and helping ensure that research activities are implemented in an organized, responsive, and accountable manner.

This position has a university wide mandate and is based at the Brantford Campus. This position supports the administration and implementation of a five-year, nationally funded research project supported by SSHRC and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) through the Reconciliation Network in Response to Call to Action 65. The project is part of a national research network advancing research, training, and knowledge mobilization related to reconciliation in Canada. The incumbent works collaboratively with the research team, university departments, and external partners to coordinate project-related administrative and operational requirements.

Accountabilities

• Coordinate administrative and operational activities required to support the successful implementation of the research project, including procurement, contracting, purchasing, travel, payment processes, and other project related requirements.
• Navigate institutional policies, procedures, systems, and processes on behalf of the research team, identifying appropriate pathways and facilitating timely resolution of administrative requirements.
• Liaise with internal university departments and external project partners to coordinate project related activities, documentation, approvals, and deliverables.
• Monitor project timelines, administrative requirements, and outstanding actions, and communicate updates, issues, and required follow-up to the research team.
• Maintain organized project records, correspondence, documentation, and administrative materials to support effective project implementation and accountability.
• Support the research team by coordinating administrative requirements and routine project operations, enabling research staff and research assistants to focus primarily on research, community engagement, and other substantive project activities.

Qualifications

• Experience working within Wilfrid Laurier University and demonstrated knowledge of relevant institutional policies, procedures, systems, and administrative processes.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate university systems and coordinate administrative processes across multiple internal departments.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and timelines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate project documentation, records, and administrative materials.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, identify solutions, and follow through on administrative requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant Wilfrid Laurier University systems and platforms.

Hours of work: This is a part-time, limited term position with an approximate end date of June 30, 2027. Hours of work will be scheduled according to project requirements. Normal hours of work will generally occur during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, with flexibility in scheduling as required to support project activities and coordination with the research team and university departments.

This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement, as per Policy 8.14 (Flexible Work Policy). All arrangement must be approved by the direct manager. In-person attendance for events, as required to meet operational needs, is expected. On occasion, this schedule may need to be adjusted to meet operational requirements.

Compensation

Level: A

Rate of Pay: $29.65 to $31.36 per hour with an annual step progression on anniversary date up to $33.89 per hour.

Considerations for new hire step placements include, qualifications and length/depth of required experience, relevant market rates for similar jobs, internal equity, and estimated learning curve in starting the job.

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Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier’s core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity & Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact People and Culture. Contact information can be found at careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a resume and cover letter will be required in electronic form.

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