Research Facilitator - Competition ID: 4705

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.
As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.
We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.
Competition :  4705
Internal Closing Date:  August 9, 2026
External Closing Date:  Open Until Filled
# of Openings:  1
Salary Information:  14 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $34.78 to $38.87 per hour

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time
Workplace Type:  Hybrid
Travel Frequency:  Occasional travel between campuses is required.
Employee Group:  Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)
Days of Work (BCGEU):  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Hours of Work (BCGEU):  8:30am-4:30pm
Hours per Week (BCGEU):  35
We are currently seeking a  Research Facilitator  to join our  Office of Research and Innovation  team.

Job Overview The Office of Research Services (ORS) supports the academic research mission of Kwantlen Polytechnic University, and is responsible for the oversight of all scholarly research activities at KPU, providing assistance and services to all employees and students engaged in research, scholarly activity and creative achievement.
As an integral member of the ORS team, the Research Facilitator is responsible for working with research active scholars: to help establish research agendas and build scholarly portfolios; to support research clusters (Institutes or Centres); and to design and facilitate creative approaches and knowledge mobilization strategies to promote KPU research and scholarly activity. The incumbent will liaise with internal and external communities of interest to support researchers with proposal development, source funding and knowledge transfer.
This is a temporary full-time position with a term of approximately two years. Education And Experience   A doctorate degree or an equivalent combination of a Master’s degree, training and experience.
Previous experience as a researcher in university environment, government projects or agencies is highly desirable.
Knowledge of University research and research resources and procedures is an asset.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities   Expert knowledge of Tri-Agency and other funding opportunities, policies, program requirements and application procedures.
Thorough understanding of research processes across different disciplines.
Strong computer skills, including the ability to work with a broad range of internal and external information system tools.
Exceptional decision‑making skills, problem solving abilities, and discretion in handling confidential matters.
Exceptional communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
Highly motivated and creative to meet the challenges within a complex and evolving university environment.
Ability to liaise effectively and diplomatically with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders and to advocate on behalf of the University and its research community.
Strong evidence of success in persuading, influencing and negotiating with peers, colleagues and external contacts.
Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize in a demanding work environment.

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As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal…