Take on a key leadership role as the Research Business Development Lead focused on Defence and Sovereignty at the Faculty of Engineering in Edmonton. This hybrid position fosters research collaborations and funding. The Lead will manage the strategic growth of applied research and funding initiatives in defence. Reporting to the Associate Dean and collaborating with various stakeholders, you will promote high-priority projects like DEFENDS and the Alberta Innovates program.

Your role aims to convert complex technical needs into impactful research proposals while supporting student training. Key Responsibilities:
Drive strategic initiatives in defence applied research
Secure funding and sponsorship for research projects
Interface between academia, industry,



and defence sectors
Support graduate training through practical research opportunities
Address industrial challenges with cutting-edge research solutions Requirements:
Expertise in research development or business strategy
Knowledge of defence and technological ecosystems
Solid networking and collaboration abilities
Experience in hybrid work environments
Proficiency in written and verbal communications Lead transformative research efforts that strengthen Canada’s defence and sovereignty initiatives from Edmonton.

📌 Strategic Research Lead For Defence Innovation Edmonton (Canada)
🏢 University-of-Albert
📍 Canada