AddressPosition Details
Position Information
Position Title
DeepSense Project Manager
Department/Unit
DeepSense
Research Project
DeepSense
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number
GP01-23
Employee Group
Grant-Paid
Position Type
Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
1 year
Employment Type
Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
1.0
Salary
$51,504 - $69,683 per annum (37.5 hours per week)
About the Organization
DeepSense, headquartered at Dalhousie University, is an ocean data analytics initiative designed to create collaborations between ocean companies and academic researchers to develop artificial intelligence and machine learning projects to support the growth of the ocean sector.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director, DeepSense, the DeepSense Project Manager will work closely with DeepSense staff, students, academic researchers, and ocean-related companies to create artificial intelligence and machine learning projects to enable the growth and adoption of advanced analytics in the ocean sector. The DeepSense Project Manager will draft project plans, schedules, and reports as well as ensure that project execution remains on time and any delays are properly communicated and resolved.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive, execute, and monitor the quality and delivery of projects by performing a governing role to ensure that the work is carried out according to the scope and timeline.
- Work closely with project participants to define project milestones, success measures, risks, and mitigation measures.
- Constantly track and communicate project status to stakeholders.
- Support the design, development, and maintenance of project documentation.
- Build and manage relationships with all teams to ensure timely project execution and proper resource utilization, as well as to achieve mutual goals.
- Develop an understanding of the ocean ecosystem and technological requirements for data and AI projects.
Note
The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.
Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or a similar STEM field with a minimum of 1-year related experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience) managing technology projects from end to end.
- Ability to collect information from various sources to create a coherent project plan.
- Experience with project management tools.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to recognize key discussion items and record comments with high accuracy.
- Strong attention to detail.
Assets
- PMP certification
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.
Application Consideration
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Date
01/25/2023
Close Date
02/01/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
