Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
In the School of Medicine, we are committed to shaping the future of healthcare through innovative education, groundbreaking research, and community engagement. As we embark on this journey to redefine medical education, we are seeking passionate individuals who are eager to contribute to our mission.
We envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care, community-level settings and patient-centred environments. Our curriculum considers social, environmental and prevention contexts while seeking to advance reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices. As we establish the School of Medicine in Surrey, B.C., we will foster our growing relationships with the local community, Fraser Health Authority, First Nations Health Authority, physicians and Indigenous partners who will help us meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve. We seek to improve access to primary care throughout the province while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented toward measurable and socially accountable outcomes.
About the Role
The Faculty Affairs Coordinator plays an important role in supporting the School of Medicine’s faculty operations by coordinating academic and clinical faculty lifecycle processes, appointments, contracts, onboarding, committee administration, and faculty engagement initiatives within a dynamic academic medical environment. This position contributes directly to the School’s priorities of operational excellence, service delivery, faculty support, and fostering a respectful, inclusive, and culturally safe workplace that reflects Indigenous perspectives and reconciliation priorities. Working closely with faculty members, leadership, and internal partners, the role helps ensure faculty affairs processes are efficient, accurate, and aligned with university policies and academic governance requirements.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and complex academic environment. They bring strong administrative, project coordination, and problem-solving skills, along with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to build collaborative relationships with faculty, leadership, and internal partners. Success in this role requires sound judgment, discretion, professionalism, and the ability to handle highly confidential information with tact and sensitivity. The candidate should be adaptable, proactive, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Experience supporting complex administrative or faculty lifecycle processes, interpreting policies and procedures, and contributing to inclusive and culturally respectful practices within a post-secondary, healthcare, or academic medical environment would be considered an asset.
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