Graduate Assistant – Graduate Office Support

About the role

The Institute of Health Policy, Management & Evaluation (IHPME) at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health seeks a Graduate Assistant to support the daily operations of its graduate office. This full‑time position will work closely with the Business Manager, Graduate Coordinator and Program Directors to ensure smooth administration of graduate programs.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate student defenses, including final oral exams and proposal defenses.
• Organise events, program extensions, and alumni tracking activities.
• Assist with admissions processes, schedule interviews, and maintain student records.
• Provide general administrative support to the IHPME graduate office.
• Liaise with faculty, staff and students to address program‑related inquiries.

Required profile

• Current graduate student or recent graduate with strong organizational abilities.
• Excellent customer service orientation and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with faculty, staff and students.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of $67,916–$86,855 CAD per year.
• Opportunity to work within a leading public health research environment.
• Professional development and networking with health policy experts.