Applied Research Chair, Resiliency and Child Advocacy
Red Deer Polytechnic
Date: 5 hours ago
City: Red Deer, AB
Salary:
CA$116,489
-
CA$141,593
per year
Contract type: Full time
Position Information
Position Title
Applied Research Chair, Resiliency and Child Advocacy
Position Summary Red Deer Polytechnic seeks a passionate and innovative researcher to serve as the Resiliency and Child Advocacy Applied Research Chair, in partnership with the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC).
In this role, the focus is on leading applied research initiatives that generate innovative, practical solutions for child advocacy prevention and intervention. By leveraging expertise in research, child advocacy, social sciences, and data analysis, the Chair actively forges connections with external stakeholders, the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC), and academic partners to advance holistic, evidence-based approaches to trauma treatment and prevention for children and youth. This position is dedicated to producing measurable outcomes that directly impact child advocacy practices, supporting the strategic goals of the CACAC through the development of targeted research plans, leading interdisciplinary teams, and securing funding to sustain and expand impactful research activities.
In this pivotal role, the Chair will champion the integration of trauma-informed practices within all research and outreach activities, ensuring that the unique needs of children and youth are at the center of every initiative. By harnessing advanced data analysis, the Chair will enable data-driven decision making that supports the development, evaluation, and continual improvement of child advocacy prevention and intervention strategies. Building strong partnerships with community, industry, and academic collaborators, the Chair will focus on generating evidence-based outcomes that inform best practices, foster resilience, and drive meaningful change in child advocacy.
This position supports the institution’s Strategic Plan and the province’s mandate for post-secondary education as identified in Alberta 2030: Building Skills of Jobs
Position Responsibilities Key Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary or Hourly? Salary
Salary $116,489 - $141,593
Benefits and Compensation Information Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. Additional time off due to Institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays.
About Red Deer Polytechnic Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities
Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.
Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.
Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community.
Posting Detail Information Competition Number 2025-E-023
Employment Type Permanent Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 11/03/2025
Position End Date (if term-certain)
FTE 1.0
Hours of Work You will be employed on a full-time basis. It is understood that the hours of work involved will vary and be irregular and are those hours of work required to meet the objectives of your employment. Normal hours of operation are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, M –F
Open Date 09/24/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Note to Applicant Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.
To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.
Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected].
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority
Special Instructions to Applicants
Required Documents
Position Summary Red Deer Polytechnic seeks a passionate and innovative researcher to serve as the Resiliency and Child Advocacy Applied Research Chair, in partnership with the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC).
In this role, the focus is on leading applied research initiatives that generate innovative, practical solutions for child advocacy prevention and intervention. By leveraging expertise in research, child advocacy, social sciences, and data analysis, the Chair actively forges connections with external stakeholders, the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC), and academic partners to advance holistic, evidence-based approaches to trauma treatment and prevention for children and youth. This position is dedicated to producing measurable outcomes that directly impact child advocacy practices, supporting the strategic goals of the CACAC through the development of targeted research plans, leading interdisciplinary teams, and securing funding to sustain and expand impactful research activities.
In this pivotal role, the Chair will champion the integration of trauma-informed practices within all research and outreach activities, ensuring that the unique needs of children and youth are at the center of every initiative. By harnessing advanced data analysis, the Chair will enable data-driven decision making that supports the development, evaluation, and continual improvement of child advocacy prevention and intervention strategies. Building strong partnerships with community, industry, and academic collaborators, the Chair will focus on generating evidence-based outcomes that inform best practices, foster resilience, and drive meaningful change in child advocacy.
This position supports the institution’s Strategic Plan and the province’s mandate for post-secondary education as identified in Alberta 2030: Building Skills of Jobs
Position Responsibilities Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead interdisciplinary AR teams to create impactful, evidence-based solutions.
- Build and manage collaborations with industry, not-for-profit, community, post-secondary, and public sector partners.
- Advance integrated practices in the area of child and youth advocacy.
- Oversee AR projects delivering measurable regional benefits, which may include wellbeing, mental health, and other impacts on social innovation.
- Foster equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within AR environments.
- Supervise and mentor highly qualified personnel (HQP), including student research assistants.
- Drive outreach, knowledge mobilization, and engagement through industry events and external presentations.
- Manage program resources, including recruitment, infrastructure, and project execution.
- Drive the growth and impact of applied research in Child Advocacy and Resiliency, setting clear objectives for expanding RDP’s role in advancing social innovation outcomes.
- Lead the dissemination of research findings through academic publications, technical reports, presentations, and outreach activities, ensuring that knowledge is transferred effectively to industry, government, and community audiences.L
- Lead writer of scientific manuscripts, industry reporting and presentation of research results at workshops and conferences.
Required Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field of expertise
- Minimum 10 years experience in similar role
- Experience with planning, guiding, and supporting the work of others
- Experience maintaining accurate records and preparing a variety of memos, letters, and technical reports and specifications that are clear and concise
- Proven experience in securing research funding and developing revenue-generating partnerships.
- A strong record of leadership in applied research, including managing multi-stakeholder projects and engaging with industry and community partners.
- Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and deliver successful research outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications
Salary or Hourly? Salary
Salary $116,489 - $141,593
Benefits and Compensation Information Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. Additional time off due to Institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays.
- Eligibility to access the above mentioned benefits is dependent upon the EXEMPT Terms and
About Red Deer Polytechnic Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities
Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.
Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.
Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community.
Posting Detail Information Competition Number 2025-E-023
Employment Type Permanent Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 11/03/2025
Position End Date (if term-certain)
FTE 1.0
Hours of Work You will be employed on a full-time basis. It is understood that the hours of work involved will vary and be irregular and are those hours of work required to meet the objectives of your employment. Normal hours of operation are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, M –F
Open Date 09/24/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Note to Applicant Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.
To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.
Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected].
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority
Special Instructions to Applicants
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
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