Employment Posting:
Secretary to the Office of Graduate Studies and Research

Employment Type:
Full-time Support Staff
Closing Date:

Secretary to the Office of Graduate Studies and Research

Full-Time Support Staff

Reporting to the Dean of Graduate Studies and Research, the Secretary will provide administrative support services pertaining to the operation of the Office of Graduate Studies and Research (GSR).  This will include supporting the Dean, Manager of Research and Innovation, Research Coordinator, and Graduate Studies Coordinator in the day-to-day office operations, financial management, and provide support with tasks related to the School of Graduate Studies and Research Services.

The successful candidate will possess a two-year office administration diploma from a recognized college along with three or more years of relevant work experience, postsecondary level would be considered an asset.

A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, as well as a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents.

Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023.


Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. In accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement first consideration is given to those internal applicants. The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities. 

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada.  Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University. 

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.