Program Manager, Research

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Research Partnerships & Innovation POSITION TYPE: Full-Time Position Available SALARY: $91,520 - $128,980 per annum
POSITION LOCATION: Notre Dame Campus (Winnipeg, MB) At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. First consideration will also be given to internal applicants. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/ Employment support is available to both internal and external candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) seeking employment at Red River College Polytechnic. For guidance on the application process, interview preparation, or to discuss accommodation needs, applicants are invited to contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at [email protected] ELIGIBILITY LIST: This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies DUTIES Reporting directly to the Director of Research Partnerships and Innovation (RPI), the Program Manager, Research is a portfolio and is responsible for leading the entire pre-award administration of research portfolio for the institution. This position oversees Research Manager and/or Grant Manager positions. It authorizes the submission of grant proposals holding the formal authority of Research Grants Officer (RGO), the strategic management of project inquiries, intake and review processes, and strategic advising on large infrastructure grants and the development of applied research projects that align with the institution's goals and priorities. This portfolio oversees research security and supports the Director RPI in providing advisory input on research policy. This role also entails the independent management and execution of complex, college-wide projects and initiatives that drive innovation and research excellence.
As a senior leader within the RPI, the Program Manager, Research serves as the primary liaison between RRC Polytech and major external stakeholders, including funding agencies, industry partners, and other critical collaborators. The individual in this role will foster and maintain strategic relationships, ensuring that all research activities are aligned with the college's mission and deliver maximum impact.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate Degree in a related field of study. Combination of education and extensive experience may be considered
  
• Experience conducting research and familiarity with research management and program and policy development
  
• Experience in the review of applied research proposals, and the development of applied research projects
  
• Demonstrated experience in applying for and managing research grants (i.e. Tri-Agency- NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR)
  
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, analytical, research and creative skills
  
• Strong oral and written communication skills
  
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
  
• Demonstrated strong financial management skills
  
• Demonstrated effective human resource management skills
  
• Demonstrated project management skills
  
• Demonstrated skill in the development and management of effective data collection and reporting systems and processes
  
• Knowledge of intellectual property
  
• Demonstrated research dissemination planning and delivery skills
  
• Effective computer skills
  
• Knowledge of capital planning, property management and space planning
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of constituents and organizations
  
• Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal training and/or certification in Project Management
  
• Experience with a relevant field of technology

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
  
• This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
  
• This position may be required to travel
  
• This position may be required to work overtime

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.