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 (Winnipeg)
🏢 McGill University
📍 Winnipeg