About Loyalist

Loyalist College is built upon the lands governed by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. We affirm and thank the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabeg and Huron-Wendat nations for their continued caretaking of the land. At Loyalist, we empower our students with wraparound support services and hands-on training to succeed on any path they choose. Our academic programs are responsive and innovative, designed to solve pressing social and economic challenges and meet the evolving needs of our regional industry and community partners. Our graduates enter the workforce equipped with the knowledge they need to be better global citizens, and with future-focused skills to lead change in their fields. With a presence in Belleville, Bancroft, Port Hope, Tyendinaga and Toronto, we believe our institutional responsibility extends beyond the classroom to seeing the big picture for the communities we serve. Our expertise in applied research and deep connections to local industry support economic development, to the benefit of businesses, entrepreneurs, changemakers and innovators. Our commitment to decolonization, and the pursuit of a more inclusive, equitable world, means we hold ourselves accountable to the diverse perspectives, cultures and experiences that shape our communities.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, Indigenous Engagement and Applied Research and Innovation, the incumbent provides administrative, governance, and financial management and leadership within the Applied Research and Innovation Office (ARIO). The incumbent is responsible for leading strategic and operational plans and identifying opportunities for growth which are in alignment with the strategic direction of the College. The incumbent is accountable for managing and providing oversight for research related policy, contracts and agreements.
As the Research Grants Administrator for Loyalist College, the incumbent has a deep knowledge of the Canadian research landscape.
The incumbent fosters a culture of research at the college, building positive relationships with internal and external partners, supporting the growth and development of students, industry, and the community, and offering mentorship and guidance on applied research policies and best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with Executive Director, Indigenous Engagement and Applied Research and Centre Managers to establish the direction, goals, implementation strategy and policies of the department and ensures that targets are met or exceeded.

• Oversees communications for ARIO and all research centres under the direction of the Executive Director, Indigenous Engagement and Applied Research and with Centre Managers.

• Supports a positive work environment with the ARIO team; collaboratively identifies and recommends professional development opportunities for staff which support the sustainable growth of ARIO.

• Participates on provincial and/or national committees as required.

• Reviews policy and recommends revisions to ensure compliance with provincial and federal policies and guidelines; explores opportunities for growth/improvement.

• Assesses projects, processes, and agreements for institutional risk and leads a process for ensuring appropriate protection of the institution.

• Designated Research Grants Officer - responsible for identifying federal grant opportunities, supporting grant writing and submission activities as well as the oversight of timely reporting of research finances, metrics, and activities to granting and governing bodies.

• Advises on effective administrative procedures to ensure the efficient operation of ARIO activities.

• Coordinates the Research Ethics Board – ensures research conducted at Loyalist College is responsible, ethical and complies with Tri-Agency RCR and TCPS2 guidelines.

• Provides direction and oversight of Research Data Management policy and activities, and ARIO Document Management policy and activities.

• Manages the identification, tracking, evaluation, and reporting on consolidated metrics (KPIs) for ARIO; prepares reports on research projects, KPIs and metrics for senior leadership and external associations.

• Management of Intellectual Property and Commercialization activities; receives IP disclosures and recommends best practices for protection.

• Manages the Applied Research operating budget and provides secondary review of the activities and expenditures of enveloped budgets to ensure compliance with Tr-Agency guidelines and research fiscal best practices.

• Responsible for the oversight and direction of pre- and post- award management, compliance, budgeting, and evaluation of research programs and processes.

• Responsible for the timely submission of financial reports for granting agencies.

• Under the direction of the President and Executive Director, Indigenous Engagement and Applied Research, administers the General Research Fund in accordance with federal guidelines and college policy.

• Maintains an awareness of regulatory applications, licences, compliance matters, reporting and government relations to support Incumbent, Research Development if required.

• Liaises with industry, community, and other post-secondary institutions for the purpose of advancing Loyalist College’s research agenda, sharing of best practices, developing potential partnerships, collaborations, acquiring of resources, etc. as required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a master’s degree in a post-secondary program with an extended research component
• 5-7 years demonstrated experience in a research environment leading research teams ensuring best practice, with a preference given those with experience in a post-secondary educational institution and preferably within a unionized environment
• Demonstrated understanding of the value and practice of applied research
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with demonstrated ability to speak and engage with internal and external clients and individuals to enhance College operations
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial management systems ensuring financial viability for the Faculty Project and Business Development - ability to develop concepts to practical projects
• Project Management - ensure stakeholder and financial outcomes are achieved
• Experience negotiating and executing non-disclosure agreements and research agreements
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills
• Experience with applied/project management from conception to completion
• Ability to work collaboratively with other managers
• Strong grant/proposal writing ability

Please note:

Following an offer of employment, candidates with Canadian credentials will be required to provide official transcripts from the granting educational institution(s); candidates with international credentials must provide World Education Services (WES) www.wes.org/ca evaluation (at their own cost) confirming Canadian equivalency of their credentials.

Loyalist is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive college community. We encourage and welcome applications from marginalized and equity seeking groups. Loyalist College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you have accommodation needs, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to humanresources@loyalistcollege.com*.*

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.