Coordinator Applied Research and Innovation, Education Division: Competition #116
An Internal Posting in the BCGEU, SCFA Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
Closes: Friday, July 20, 2018
Selkirk College invites applications for the position of Faculty Researcher Coordinator, Applied Research and Innovation. Reporting to the Director of Applied Research and Innovation, this position is based primarily on the Castlegar Campus and will provide operational support to achieve the strategic targets established for Applied Research and Innovation at Selkirk College. The College and the Education Division place a high value on effectiveness, quality, teamwork, competence, communication, honesty, empowerment, community, and the ability to provide a leadership vision and inspire others. We are looking for an individual with a proven record of accomplishment who demonstrates these values.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Support achievement of the strategic vision and operational oversight of Applied Research and Innovation at Selkirk College
- Support College-wide initiatives through responsibility as assigned by the Director of Applied Research and Innovation
- Coordinate and support applied research initiatives by working closely with supervisors, research team members, other faculty staff to accomplish short and long-term goals, including those of the Selkirk Geospatial Research Centre, Regional Innovation Chair, Rural Development Institute, and others
- Fulfill the role as Innovation Enhancement Program Coordinator
- Lead the successful development and submission of targeted research and innovation funding applications and proposals
- Support the development and achievement of College-wide targets for funding, students, faculty, programs, partnerships and successful proposals, programs and projects
- Contribute to the development and implementation of College-wide applied research policy and procedures
- Support the development of College-wide applied research and innovation programs, projects and services that meet student, industry, business and regulatory needs
- Promote applied research quality and relevancy, and contribute to building a climate of research excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge of some of the programs, research areas and services in this portfolio is required
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent proposal development skills with demonstrated success with a range of funding sources
- Operational leadership in a collaborative and collegial environment
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (both verbal and written) and conflict management skills
- Ability to develop process and policy related to applied research and innovation
- Ability to build knowledge and contributions from faculty, students and schools from across the College
- Ability to provide service to faculty, staff, students and schools from across the College
- Ability to support and maintain strategic alliances with industry, community and post-secondary partners within and beyond the region are critical assets, and ability to support funders and clients in meeting deliverables and timeframes
- Successful employee engagement strategies
Education and Experience
- A minimum of a Master’s Degree preferably in a field relevant to the research agenda at Selkirk College
- At least two years of recent research coordination work at a post-secondary setting
- Three to five years of applied research work in a post-secondary setting are required
- Preference will be given to candidates who also have post-secondary teaching and /or supervision of student research staff
This is a 50% 2-Year pilot position commencing approximately September 15, 2018 with a probationary period to July 31, 2019. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement, Schedule A or with the BC Government and Service Employees Union, Appendix A dependent upon union membership. The Salary range is approximately $2,194.04-$3525.58 bi-weekly (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Friday, July 20, 2018.