Hybrid Advisor, Academic-Industry Partnerships

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About the role

  • Advisor for Mitacs connecting Carleton University with industry partners. Working to enhance research and development opportunities and student engagement in a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with members of Mitacs Business Development, Research, and Programs teams to deliver high quality programming
  • Work closely with stakeholders at Carleton University to fully understand the needs of researchers and students, find industry and not-for-profit opportunities, and identify the best programs to capitalize on the research opportunities uncovered.
  • Speak with industry partners to determine their R&D needs, connect them with specialists in academia, and advise them on the best programs to leverage the research opportunities uncovered
  • Create and maintain a network of partners and clients in industry and academia
  • Provide support to the Business Development team as needed
  • Provide business development support to all Mitacs programs as needed
  • Provide business development and student engagement support

Requirements

  • MSc or PhD, or an equivalent combination of education and research experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Highly energetic and enthusiastic mindset
  • Ability to adapt to priority changes.
  • Team player mentality
  • Ability to think creatively and try new things
  • Desire to pursue a career outside of research and academia
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance culture
  • Special consideration will be given to applicants with an active social network and a proven ability to promote participation and sponsorship in programs or initiatives in their communities.

Job title

Advisor, Academic-Industry Partnerships

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$75,650 - CA$84,550 per year

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

Location requirements

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