Lead McGill University’s research services and strategy with expertise in sponsored research administration and institutional planning. This senior leadership role advances support across the research funding lifecycle.

Reporting to the Vice-President (Research & Innovation), the Assistant Vice-President oversees research development and sponsored research services. The position supports researchers, faculties, affiliated hospitals, and research institutes while strengthening service standards, coordination, accountability, and organizational capacity. It also advises senior leaders on policy, infrastructure, metrics, governance, and funding opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead major institutional research initiatives and funding competitions
- Oversee sponsored research services throughout the funding lifecycle




- Develop high-value proposals, partnerships, and implementation plans
- Strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and researcher service delivery
- Represent McGill on internal and external committees

Requirements:

- Graduate degree
- Progressive senior leadership in research administration, strategy, or development
- Experience within a large, complex organization
- Knowledge of the Canadian research funding landscape
- Bilingualism in English and French

Shape McGill’s research enterprise through strategic leadership, sponsored research services, partnerships, and funding development.

📌 Assistant Vice-President Research Services (Montreal)
🏢 McGill University
📍 Montreal