McMaster University

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McMaster University

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Job ID

74018

Job Title

Research Security Analyst

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

01/30/2026

Job Type

Continuing

Close Date

02/13/2026

Employee Group

TMG

Favorite Job

Department

VP Research Central Admin

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Band J

Salary Range

$69652.00 - $104478.00 (annual)

Job Code

104907

Hiring Range

$69652.00 - $91331.00

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Target Number of Openings

Hours per Week

Job Description

The Research Security Analyst is a critical member of the Office of the Vice-President, Research, reporting to the Director, Research Security Risk. This role supports McMaster University’s response to evolving federal and provincial research security expectations, including new government requirements and reporting obligations. The Analyst plays an important part in helping the University protect its research, partnerships, and reputation in an increasingly complex global research environment.

In this role, you will help operationalize McMaster’s research security program by supporting risk assessments for research grants and partnerships, conducting open-source research and due diligence, and assisting researchers and administrators across campus. You will work closely with faculty and internal partners, offering practical guidance on research security processes and requirements. The role also includes administrative and outreach activities, helping promote research security awareness and enabling informed, confident decision-making across the University.

In this role, you will:

Work on real-world issues affecting research, funding, and innovation.
Gain exposure to university policy, national security considerations, and global risk trends.
Help shape and operationalize a growing research security program from the ground up.
Develop a highly transferable skillset in risk assessment, compliance, and strategic analysis.

Job Duties

Candidate Profile:

We are seeking a motivated professional with a university degree (or equivalent experience) and 3+ years of relevant experience in areas such as research security, risk assessment, compliance, research administration and/or the academic environment, government, geopolitics, or due diligence.
Experience working or studying at a university and familiarity with Canadian and international research security standards are strong assets, while an advanced degree or specialized training is welcomed but not required.
The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and research skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex information in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Transparency Statement

The posted hiring range represents McMaster's typical hiring range for this position. Actual starting salary will depend on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.

Individuals with extensive experience, deep specialized expertise, and/or those who can demonstrate exceptional past performance, as applicable, may be hired at a higher rate within the full range, in accordance with the University compensation policies.

How To Apply

Please submit a cover letter that clearly outlines your interest in working at McMaster University, highlighting the skills and experiences you have that align with the requirements of this role, and explain your motivation for pursuing a career in Research Security. Your letter should demonstrate how your background and interests position you to contribute meaningfully to McMaster’s research security environment.

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

At McMaster University, we believe in a comprehensive and inclusive interview process. Our interview methods encompass a variety of approaches that allow our hiring teams to provide a flexible and accessible experience for engaging with our candidates. Throughout your recruitment process at McMaster, you may be requested to participate in a variety of formats, that may include in-person, virtual or recorded interviews. If you have any questions as you move through the hiring process, please reach out to talent@mcmaster.ca or the HR contact associated with your position of interest.

AI Statement

McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.

Research, Analysis and Administration:

Conduct early-stage research security risk assessments and due diligence for research projects, partnerships, and grant applications, escalating higher-risk issues as needed

Work closely with researchers and research administration units to coordinate research security requirements and support grant applications

Manage administrative reviews, record keeping, tracking, and reporting related to research security files and deadlines

Analyze and summarize complex information into clear, practical guidance for researchers and stakeholders

Stay informed on national and international research security developments, government policies, and emerging risks affecting the academic sector

Engagement & Outreach:

Collaborate with internal partners, and Faculties to support researchers and coordinate research security requirements

Communicate research security findings clearly and professionally to faculty, staff, and research administrators, including in sensitive or confidential situations

Support the development and delivery of education, training, and outreach initiatives to build research security awareness across the University

Engage with researchers and administrative units using tact, discretion, and diplomacy when navigating complex or sensitive issues

Operationalizing the Research Security Program

Build and maintain strong relationships with faculty, university staff, and federal and provincial funding partners to support research security initiatives

Monitor and analyze international, national, and provincial research security policies, legislation, and emerging trends to inform risk assessments and program development

Continuously build expertise in research security and integrate new insights into internal frameworks, tools, and processes

Contribute to strategic initiatives that advance the research security program, including developing guidance materials, communication resources, and risk assessment templates

Support and coordinate outreach activities - such as presentations, workshops, and one-on-one consultations - to promote research integrity, risk mitigation, and safeguarding research

You are comfortable reviewing grant applications or research agreements through a risk and compliance lens, work confidently with common office and compliance tools, and can adapt quickly as priorities evolve.

You are curious, proactive, and collaborative, with a high degree of professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information.

You communicate clearly in writing and presentations, are comfortable leading thoughtful conversations, and enjoy turning insights into practical guidance that supports researchers and institutional goals.