Department Vice-President Research Innovation
Posted date August 8, 2025
Closing date September 15, 2025
Position Type

QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in a research discipline with preference for an individual with experience and interests in interdisciplinary research, large scale research initiatives, and research infrastructure. At least 15 years of experience as an active researcher, with knowledge of the University of Alberta’s systems and research administration processes.
• Five to seven years of demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to build a service culture of excellence, combined with ethical and effective leadership practices that both nurture trust and foster excellence in the work environment.
• Strong capacity to deal with ambiguity, conflicting needs, and ethical issues.
• Extensive experience as a proactive leader with the ability to identify key issues, define corrective actions, and lead others towards resolution and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate strategic imperatives to a diverse group of cross-functional leaders of all levels.
• Ability to lead and unify teams to provide world-class service, to make decisions, and work collaboratively with others to solve problems.
• Ability to work independently; highly motivated and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Expertise in and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in research and commitment to supporting Indigenous research initiatives.
• Ability to network and interact, as well as identify and support effective partnerships with key groups and individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and motivate others.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in written form in a clear, straightforward, and professional manner.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks and meet all deadlines.
  At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
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  The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
  L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l’université à postuler.
  Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight September 15, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time