Applied Research & Innovation, Faculty Researcher – Advanced Manufacturing : Competition #176
An Internal/External Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Closes: Wednesday, October 02, 2019
The Department of Applied Research and Innovation (ARI) is seeking a highly-qualified individual to serve in the role of Applied Research & Innovation (ARI) Faculty Researcher – Advanced Manufacturing and Materials Sciences, primarily supporting Selkirk College’s Selkirk-SME Applied Research & Technology (SMART) Solutions 3 and NSERC Innovation Enhancement industry-driven projects. This position will report to the Director of Applied Research and Innovation. The successful candidate will work closely with Researchers, Faculty Assistant – Research Assistants, students, and clients.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Applied Research & Innovation (ARI) Faculty Researcher responsibilities will include:
- Build and maintain research relationships with clients/data providers/funders, being responsible for the final analysis of data and related deliverables, design knowledge mobilization efforts, ensure contractual agreements are in place and followed, and seek opportunities to link research findings to curriculum
- Work with industry and community partners to scope and implement research and facilitate the development of related strategic actions
- Support the development and delivery of related internship and co-op student opportunities
- Provide supervision to researchers, research assistants and student researchers
- Lead, or support, future grant applications
- Support new training and program development and provide instruction where opportunities emerge
- Design and lead advanced manufacturing and materials sciences projects
- Perform other Faculty Researcher duties as assigned by the Director of Applied Research and Innovation
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, time management and organisational Skills
- Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Project management experience
- Experience with solidworks, Autocad and Matlab
Education and Experience
- Minimum PhD in a related field
- Five (5) years of recent relevant research experience is required
- Working knowledge of Selkirk College’s Applied Research and Innovation Centre, its clients and services is an asset
- Grant writing experience is required
- Industry research and development experience is required
- Experience supervising graduate and undergraduate student is required
- Preference will be given to candidates who possess higher credentials and/or have a proven grant writing application history
This a Full-time, temporary position commencing approximately October 14, 2019 and ending October 13, 2020. This position is not based funded; however, if funding continues and with satisfactory evaluation there is a possibility of an extension of this work. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement, Schedule A. The Salary range is approximately $2,232.42-$3,587.27 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 Wednesday, October 02, 2019.