Lead Research Chairs strategy at the University of Ottawa using research administration expertise and bilingual communication skills on a hybrid schedule. Support major funding proposals and institutional reporting across the portfolio.

Reporting to the Director, Strategic Services, this senior advisor manages and implements institutional Research Chairs Programs. You will advise Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation leadership, guide Faculties and researchers, and support competitive Chair nominations. The work advances strategic recruitment plans, funding success, and research priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage institutional Research Chairs Programs and related operations
- Advise leadership on strategy, decisions, and research priorities
- Guide researchers preparing competitive major funding proposals




- Coordinate Canada Research Chairs institutional reporting
- Develop recruitment strategies supporting EDI targets and requirements

Requirements:

- Master’s degree with solid research background or equivalent experience
- Minimum seven years in similar positions or responsibilities
- Knowledge of federal, provincial, and foundation funding practices
- Major research proposal preparation experience in research environments
- Excellent written and oral English and French communication skills

Apply strategic research administration, proposal guidance, and bilingual communication to strengthen Research Chairs outcomes at the University of Ottawa.

📌 Senior Research Chairs Advisor (Ottawa)
🏢 University of Ottawa
📍 Ottawa