Location
ottawa, on, Canada
Posted
July 12, 2026
Job Description
Drive innovation at SSHRC as Associate Vice-President, overseeing diverse research funding programs. Lead initiatives that enhance the Canadian research landscape through effective stakeholder engagement.
This Associate Vice-President role places you at the forefront of SSHRC's Tri-agency Institutional Programs Secretariat. You will be responsible for managing several high-impact programs, ensuring their continuous improvement and alignment with national research priorities. Your experience interacting with post-secondary institutions and government will be vital for success in this pivotal role.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop oversight for multiple research funding programs
• Coordinate initiatives with various federal funding agencies
• Foster relationships within academia and government sectors
• Present research findings to a broad audience
• Influence strategic program priorities effectively
Requirements:
• Advanced degree in relevant research fields
This Associate Vice-President role places you at the forefront of SSHRC's Tri-agency Institutional Programs Secretariat. You will be responsible for managing several high-impact programs, ensuring their continuous improvement and alignment with national research priorities. Your experience interacting with post-secondary institutions and government will be vital for success in this pivotal role.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop oversight for multiple research funding programs
• Coordinate initiatives with various federal funding agencies
• Foster relationships within academia and government sectors
• Present research findings to a broad audience
• Influence strategic program priorities effectively
Requirements:
• Advanced degree in relevant research fields