Job Title : Industry Liaison Officer, Office of Research and Innovation Services

Type of Appointment : Temporary Full Time Appointment until February 28, 2027

Salary : $80,000 per year

Vacancy Status : Existing position

About Laurentian University

Located in Greater Sudbury, the central hub for health care, government, education, financial and business services, mining, as well as retail for northern Ontario, Laurentian University offers an outstanding life and career experience at the heart of a welcoming community. What’s more, it provides the opportunity to pursue a balanced lifestyle while enjoying all of the amenities of a mid-size city. Short commutes, hundreds of lakes, waterways and nature trails, a myriad of recreational, artistic, cultural and entertainment opportunities, all combine to make this an idyllic setting to grow and thrive. Offered on the university’s beautiful campus as well as remotely, Laurentian’s broad range of programs has garnered top distinction by leading in graduate employment outcomes for more than a decade*. This is your prospect to join our team in a supportive, bilingual environment and contribute to our students’ success, as well as your own. The University’s diverse community and its focused efforts on its tricultural mandate which embraces francophone and Indigenous cultures, deeply enrich the experience you can expect.

Along with a competitive salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive compensation package which includes:

- employer-paid health and dental benefits
- competitive annual paid vacation leave
- flexible or alternative work schedule, including summer hours and an annual employer-paid winter break
- employee and family assistance program




- supportive family-related flexibility and leave programs
- access to a wide array of fitness and recreational amenities

*Ministry of Colleges and Universities KPI data.

Laurentian University is seeking an Industry Liaison Officer (ILO) to cultivate and expand external research partnerships with industry in the mining and minerals sector, with a strong focus on critical minerals. The ILO will play a key role in strengthening connections between industry partners and Laurentian researchers, facilitating the development of collaborative research and commercialization opportunities. Through targeted outreach, networking, and engagement with industry stakeholders, the incumbent will identify partnership opportunities, connect companies with relevant institutional expertise and funding programs, and support pathways that translate research and innovation into industry-relevant applications.

Reporting directly to the Director, Research and Innovation, the successful candidate will serve as a key connector between industry partners, researchers, entrepreneurs, and provincial intellectual property and commercialization resources. The role is focused on expanding industry-driven research collaborations, increasing access to commercialization pathways,



and strengthening Laurentian’s position within Northern Ontario’s mining and critical minerals innovation ecosystem.

The ILO will work closely with the Goodman School of Mines and Senate-approved research centres to support industry-relevant research partnerships and contribute to the advancement of Laurentian’s broader mining strategy. The ILO will be a self-starter with a continuous improvement and innovation mindset. Responsibilities will include building and maintaining strong relationships with mining and critical minerals companies, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), trade associations, and innovation partners; identifying and promoting Laurentian’s research strengths and specialized infrastructure; supporting intellectual property awareness and access to commercialization services; organizing and coordinating sector focused engagement activities; and maintaining institutional asset mapping related to mining and critical minerals expertise and ecosystem supports.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with mining and exploration companies, SMEs, trade associations, and innovation ecosystem partners to identify opportunities for collaboration.
- Facilitate connections between industry partners and Laurentian researchers, research centres, and specialized infrastructure to support industry-driven research projects.
- Promote and support access to research funding opportunities, intellectual property resources, and commercialization programs available through provincial and national partners.
- Work closely with the Goodman School of Mines and affiliated research centres to support industry engagement activities and contribute to the advancement of Laurentian University’s institutional mining strategy.

📌 Industry Liaison Officer, Office of Research and Innovation Services (Canada)
🏢 Laurentian University/ Université Laurentienne
📍 Canada