Operations Lead, Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI) is seeking an Operations Lead. This role plays a central leadership role in overseeing the day-to-day operations, administration, and strategic support of the NMHI at the University of Alberta. Reporting directly to the NMHI Scientific Director, this position ensures the effective coordination of administrative, financial, and communications functions across the institute. This role also supports the development and implementation of efficient administrative workflows and reporting processes that support high-quality service delivery to NMHI members. Acting as a key liaison with institutional partners, the Operations Lead is responsible for financial processes, oversees internal and external communications, and ensures compliance with university policies. By streamlining operations and enabling cross-functional collaboration, this role supports the ongoing success and impact of the NMHI’s research environment.

Requirements

• Internal candidates and former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration.
• Must be able to log in to verify internal candidate status.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations, administration, and strategic support of the NMHI.
• Ensuring the effective coordination of administrative, financial, and communications functions across the institute.
• Supporting the development and implementation of efficient administrative workflows and reporting processes.
• Acting as a key liaison with institutional partners.
• Managing financial processes.
• Overseeing internal and external communications.
• Ensuring compliance with university policies.
• Streamlining operations and enabling cross-functional collaboration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed