Lead strategic planning and research operations at the University of Calgary’s Digital Futures Institute in a full time, fixed-term management role.
The Manager supports Academic Co-Leads developing the Institute’s vision, mission, strategy, metrics, and expected outcomes. This position manages funds, data requests, reporting, partnerships, events, and daily operations across collaborative research initiatives. Work requires project and budget management, consultation, complex problem solving, and careful attention to deadlines.
Key Responsibilities: Translate Institute vision and mission into measurable strategic plans
Prepare status reports, presentations, correspondence, and related documentation
Coordinate workshops, events, activities, and transdisciplinary collaborations
Manage funding, financial reporting, partner databases,



and operational processes
Serve as the Institute’s primary contact for diverse partners
Requirements: Graduate degree addressing digital and societal challenges
Minimum five years of progressively responsible related experience
Experience managing high-profile projects, projects, and budgets
Post-secondary experience and knowledge of administrative procedures
Robust communication, facilitation, critical thinking, and relationship-building skills
Bring research administration, strategic planning, partnership development, and responsible AI capabilities to the Digital Futures Institute.

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📌 Digital Futures Institute Manager (Alberta)
🏢 University of Calgary
📍 Alberta