Industrial Technology Advisor - Defence or Food Production

Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups:

women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*. * The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process. City:

Markham, Ontario OrganizationalUnit: Industrial Research Assistance Program Classification: RCO Tenure: Continuing Work arrangements:

Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have key connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below. The role

Why work with us?

ITAs are self-directed and work in teams with company leaders helping their firms grow through the commercialization of innovation. They find the work very rewarding with a wide range of benefits , professional development and learn from clients and colleagues every day in a well-balanced work-life environment. ITAs serve as trusted advisors and mentors to these SMEs, helping them navigate technical or business hurdles, providing important linkages and identifying new opportunities and thereby playing a part in their evolution, growth and success. This is what truly sets NRC IRAP apart – it is part of what we call the ITA advantage.



It’s a winning model we have been using to accelerate business growth and thereby creating wealth for Canadians. In addition, we offer: Flexibility: work/life balance. A collaborative environment: at NRC IRAP, your ideas are listened to, respected and important. A rewarding career: we offer the opportunity to provide value to Canadian companies and have a positive impact on the Canadian economy at large. Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates: Education

Post-secondary degree in Science or Engineering in a discipline related to the position from a recognized university. A combination of a post-secondary degree in another field with significant work experience relevant to the position will be considered. Preference may be given to candidates with a complementary degree or diploma in business, management, administration, finance or marketing. Recent and extensive industrial business experience as an entrepreneur or senior manager inone or more ofthe following technological domains: Direct defence industry experience in any advanced technology. These could include Advanced Materials, Avionics, Autonomous Systems, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Digitalization, Simulation and Modeling, Digital Twins, ICT or Artificial Intelligence. Or Food manufacturing,



food packaging, food processing, food science Recent and extensive private sector experience in developing and commercializing innovative products or services, with demonstrable outcomes. Experience in international business development and/or intellectual property management would be considered

an asset. Recent and extensive industrial business experience as an entrepreneur or senior manager in an SMEs would be considered

an asset. *Recent is defined as within the last 3 years. Condition of employment

Reliability Status For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required. Must be able to travel locally, nationally and/or internationally. A valid driver's license and access to the use of a vehicle are required. Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria: Basic knowledge of NRC-IRAP's mandate, mission and business model. Solid knowledge of SME business management, marketing of technology and productivity increase. Solid knowledge of developing, adopting and adapting technologies. Solid knowledge of project management. Advanced knowledge of technology, innovation and commercialization issues and trends within the sector/or region relating to the position. Management services - Communication (Level 3) Management services - Initiative (Level 3) Management services - Networking (Level 3) Technology extension - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3) Technology extension - Results orientation (Level 3) The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO-4 level, which is a senior-career level position with a salary range of $143,127 to $168,192. As a guide, our Industrial Technology A

📌 Industrial Technology Advisor (Winnipeg)
🏢 National Research Council of Canada
📍 Winnipeg