Position Number: 50001126

Department: Office of Research

Grade: GR16

Campus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)

Salary: $122,497.00 - $142,084.00 per annum

Union/Association/HR Policy: ACUMAE

Posting deadline: October 22, 2026

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role.

Recognized as one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and qualified growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

SCOPE

Reporting functionally to the Associate VP Research, Policy, Entrepreneurship, and Impact, and administratively to the Sector Director, VP Research, Innovation, and Impact, the incumbent provides strategic leadership in all aspects of the processes related to research and licensing agreements, development and management of Concordia’s intellectual property, and technology transfer portfolios as well as oversee and support the research security portfolio. They ensure proactive and high-quality delivery of research agreements, intellectual property management, and research security, make strategic recommendations and participate in the development of framework policies to govern these activities. They provide recommendations and lead the development and implementation of relevant initiatives related to intellectual property, technology transfer and research security.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Support and lead business development and relationship-building with partners across units; coordinate activities and support with business development efforts in research units, institutes, and Faculties.
- Provide direction and manage staff in the negotiation and completion of research and license agreements; liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders; resolve complex and escalated negotiations and determine acceptable levels of risk; establish and implement procedures to promote compliance with relevant internal and external policies and guidelines.
- Oversee management of, and enhance Concordia’s intellectual property portfolio including identification, protection, development and commercialization activities. Implement strategies to increase industry and external partner awareness of Concordia-developed technologies and research expertise. Advise Associate Vice-President and/or Vice-President on optimal strategies for intellectual property protection and prosecution of associated intellectual property rights.
- Plan, direct, develop and lead delivery of progressive, efficient, client-oriented services, ensuring effective integration and coordination of partnerships,



intellectual property and research security portfolios and other key internal and external stakeholders.
- Hire, develop, train, evaluate, supervise, and motivate staff; oversee and modify workflow and processes.
- In collaboration with the Associate Vice-President, resolve emerging research-related issues and coordinate internal and external resources as required to facilitate successful completion of research projects and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Recommend appropriate actions and mitigations.
- Assess and manage all intellectual property issues related to research grants and contracts and the University IP policy.
- Lead, oversee and support the research security portfolio and ensure compliance with external and internal requirements. Assess and manage sensitive research security matters. Collaborate with internal and external offices to manage research security matters.
- Work collaboratively with other managers and directors to develop and establish required strategies and processes for cross-portfolio support.
- Represent Concordia on various internal and external committees and boards in matters related to research partnerships with industry, intellectual property and technology transfer, and research security.
- Provide strategic counsel and support to the Associate Vice-President and Vice-President, in all matters relating research agreements and partnerships, intellectual property and technology transfer and research security. Advocate and lead in the development, formulation and implementation of related research policies, strategies and procedures.
- Perform other duties and/or projects as related to the functions of the sector.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the primary responsibilities and over seven years of related experience, with at least four years of management experience related to research contracts, intellectual property, technology transfer, and research security.
- Graduate degree in relevant field is an asset.
- Knowledge of industry funding environment and government research programs.
- Knowledge and understanding of university environment, policies and practices governing the responsible conduct of research.
- In-depth knowledge of technology transfer practices and procedures.
- Proven leadership skills and excellent communication, management, negotiation and analytical skills.
- Experience in negotiating research and licensing agreements.
- Experience and knowledge in government or university related research security including security software tools and open-source intelligence.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with proven leadership and team building abilities.
- Excellent organizational and demonstrated ability to direct complex projects and to meet deadlines.
- Very good knowledge (Level 5)



of spoken and written English and French in order to provide complex, detailed information to internal clients and external partners and to prepare documents and reports in both official languages.
- Basic knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint to create documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
- Sound and independent judgment, tact, diplomacy, discretion.
- Experience working with private and public sector research partners is an asset.

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement

Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity

Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey.

This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility

Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]

Immigration Status

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

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