Research Administrator – Finance (INMD)

About the role

As part of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Institute of Nutrition, Metabolism and Diabetes (INMD) team, the Research Administrator – Finance will monitor, manage, and maintain Institute and event budgets, preparing quarterly budget projections and reports. The role also leads research‑administration activities, manages research data, provides reports, and ensures compliance with CIHR policies under the guidance of the Associate Director.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day financial operations of CIHR and Institute research grants, including monitoring budgets, preparing quarterly projections and reports.
• Track study revenue, process invoices and ensure compliance with sponsor terms and CIHR policies.
• Conduct expenditure reviews, fund transfers, and prepare detailed budget analyses, recommending reallocations when needed.
• Audit grants to verify alignment with CIHR, university and departmental guidelines and initiate corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain financial procedures that meet UBC and CIHR administrative requirements and internal controls.
• Oversee material, data and confidential transfer agreements, negotiating terms with sponsors and research partners.
• Provide financial advice and generate reports for investigators, supporting grant applications and strategic planning.
• Coordinate event logistics for workshops, poster sessions and public outreach, working with the INMD Project Assistant and external suppliers.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in financial management of research grants and familiarity with CIHR or similar funding agency policies.
• Ability to analyze budgets, prepare variance reports and ensure compliance with university and government financial regulations.
• Strong organizational skills with capacity to manage multiple projects, events and contractual agreements.
• High degree of self‑direction, diplomacy and confidentiality in handling sensitive research data and finances.