Lead research infrastructure strategy at the University of Saskatchewan, guiding scientific equipment, facilities, financial sustainability, and modernization initiatives. Hybrid work may be available.

This permanent director position provides strategic leadership and operational oversight across university research infrastructure. You will align long-term plans with research priorities, direct investments, and advise senior leadership. The work spans governance, compliance, facility operations, space utilization, and collaboration with researchers, academic units, research centres, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

Develop long-term research infrastructure plans aligned with university priorities

Direct acquisition, renewal, replacement, and upgrading of scientific equipment

Oversee financial planning, sustainability, risk management,



and resource allocation

Advise leadership on infrastructure strategy and investment priorities

Lead research facility development and expansion initiatives

Requirements

Master’s degree in a related scientific or engineering field

Doctoral degree preferred

Seven years of progressively responsible infrastructure management experience

Leadership experience in complex situations and beyond reporting lines

Robust communication, analytical, organizational, and relationship-building skills

Shape research capacity through infrastructure strategy, investment stewardship, operational leadership, and collaboration at the University of Saskatchewan.

📌 Director Research Infrastructure Strategy (Winnipeg)
🏢 usask
📍 Winnipeg