Gestionnaire des partenariats universitaires (contrat temporaire de 12 mois)/Academic Partnerships Manager (Temporary 12 months)
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About the role
###General Information
Locations: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Role ID
213035
Worker Type
Temporary Employee
Studio/Department
CT - SEED
Work Model
Hybrid
###Description & Requirements
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
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SEEDis a pioneering group within Electronic Arts, combining creativity with applied research. We explore, build, and help define the future of interactive entertainment.
We exist at EA to deliver and foster inspiring innovation for our games and our players. We do this through exploration, research, prototypes, and never-ending curiosity. We collaborate with game teams and industry partners and also publish our research within our industry and to the public. We pursue long-term applied research yet stay relevant to the present by delivering artifacts along the way to game teams and technology groups inside EA. Some of our research includes bringing digital characters to life, using machine learning for game AI and content creation, and developing novel real-time graphics & physics techniques.
We are looking for an Academic Partnerships Manager, reporting directly to the Head of Research. You will support an evolving team by managing SEED's academic partnerships, strengthening relationships with research institutions, and building scalable programmes that connect academia with EA teams. You will work in close collaboration with external academia and institutional partners, studio teams, legal, communications, and finance. You will help shape how EA collaborates with leading universities and research institutions, enabling groundbreaking research and creating pathways for new talent to contribute to the future of games.
This is a 12-month temporary full-time role based in Montréal (Québec) with a hybrid work model (3 days per week in the office).
Responsibilities:
As an Academic Partnerships Manager at SEED, you will:
- Cultivate long-term NA/EU academic and research partnerships.
- Oversee internships from recruitment to conversion.
- Support the engagement strategy for academic partners.
- Facilitate sponsored research, grants, and knowledge exchange.
- Navigate company partners (Legal, Finance, Tax) for execution of international research agreements.
- Track impact metrics, including publications and intern conversions.
Qualifications
- 3+ years in a similar role (University Relations, Research Operations, or Program Management).
- Demonstrated experience from complex, multi-partner R&D projects from launch to publication.
- Experience working with universities, research labs, or academic institutions
- Program or partnership management experience
- Familiarity with research funding, grants, or academic collaboration models
If you want to be part of — and work with — some of the most incredible people in the field, then SEED is your team!
To learn more about SEED and our impactful work, check out https://seed.ea.com/
We want to connect you with job opportunities that align with your interests, skills, and expertise. When you create an EA Careers Account and are logged into the portal, you can click “Get Recommendations” to view a curated list of job openings. These recommendations are enhanced by automated processing, including artificial intelligence, and take into account your skills and experience. However, all employment decisions are made by our hiring teams, not by automated systems.
About Electronic Arts
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
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About Electronic Arts
We exist to inspire the world to play. We put our people first, and we thrive off their diversity in our innovative technology and immersive storytelling. We're doing the work to give everyone the space to be their full selves while giving back to our community, no matter where you're working from. We're looking for problem-solvers, game-changers, innovators, dreamers, doers—people that are ready to move the needle and transform the future of gaming. Join us.
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Gestionnaire des partenariats universitaires (contrat temporaire de 12 mois)/Academic Partnerships Manager (Temporary 12 months)
Top Benefits
About the role
###General Information
Locations: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Role ID
213035
Worker Type
Temporary Employee
Studio/Department
CT - SEED
Work Model
Hybrid
###Description & Requirements
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
Pour visualiser la description de poste en français, veuillez sélectionner le français dans le menu déroulant au haut de la page.
SEEDis a pioneering group within Electronic Arts, combining creativity with applied research. We explore, build, and help define the future of interactive entertainment.
We exist at EA to deliver and foster inspiring innovation for our games and our players. We do this through exploration, research, prototypes, and never-ending curiosity. We collaborate with game teams and industry partners and also publish our research within our industry and to the public. We pursue long-term applied research yet stay relevant to the present by delivering artifacts along the way to game teams and technology groups inside EA. Some of our research includes bringing digital characters to life, using machine learning for game AI and content creation, and developing novel real-time graphics & physics techniques.
We are looking for an Academic Partnerships Manager, reporting directly to the Head of Research. You will support an evolving team by managing SEED's academic partnerships, strengthening relationships with research institutions, and building scalable programmes that connect academia with EA teams. You will work in close collaboration with external academia and institutional partners, studio teams, legal, communications, and finance. You will help shape how EA collaborates with leading universities and research institutions, enabling groundbreaking research and creating pathways for new talent to contribute to the future of games.
This is a 12-month temporary full-time role based in Montréal (Québec) with a hybrid work model (3 days per week in the office).
Responsibilities:
As an Academic Partnerships Manager at SEED, you will:
- Cultivate long-term NA/EU academic and research partnerships.
- Oversee internships from recruitment to conversion.
- Support the engagement strategy for academic partners.
- Facilitate sponsored research, grants, and knowledge exchange.
- Navigate company partners (Legal, Finance, Tax) for execution of international research agreements.
- Track impact metrics, including publications and intern conversions.
Qualifications
- 3+ years in a similar role (University Relations, Research Operations, or Program Management).
- Demonstrated experience from complex, multi-partner R&D projects from launch to publication.
- Experience working with universities, research labs, or academic institutions
- Program or partnership management experience
- Familiarity with research funding, grants, or academic collaboration models
If you want to be part of — and work with — some of the most incredible people in the field, then SEED is your team!
To learn more about SEED and our impactful work, check out https://seed.ea.com/
We want to connect you with job opportunities that align with your interests, skills, and expertise. When you create an EA Careers Account and are logged into the portal, you can click “Get Recommendations” to view a curated list of job openings. These recommendations are enhanced by automated processing, including artificial intelligence, and take into account your skills and experience. However, all employment decisions are made by our hiring teams, not by automated systems.
About Electronic Arts
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
Not the right fit? Search for Gestionnaire des partenariats universitaires /Academic Partnerships Manager jobs in Montréal, QC
About Electronic Arts
We exist to inspire the world to play. We put our people first, and we thrive off their diversity in our innovative technology and immersive storytelling. We're doing the work to give everyone the space to be their full selves while giving back to our community, no matter where you're working from. We're looking for problem-solvers, game-changers, innovators, dreamers, doers—people that are ready to move the needle and transform the future of gaming. Join us.