TAC Director, Prairie Research Kitchen (Term)

Research Partnerships & Innovation

Applicants are to clearly demonstrate how they satisfy the selection criteria in their written submissions and must identify the competition number they are applying for in the subject line of the email.

An eligibility list may be created for similar casual, part-time, full-time, and term positions.

Red River College is a leader in applied learning and innovation. Our talented team of employees is passionate about education, innovation, and student success. We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefits, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career.

We seek diversity in our workplace, Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Duties:

Reporting to the Executive Director of Research Partnerships & Innovation, the Technology Access Centre (TAC) Director is responsible for the strategic planning, business strategy and operational management of the Prairie Research Kitchen. This position manages the financial and human resources of the TAC and ensures appropriate quality measures and standards are in place. The incumbent actively markets the services of the TAC and secures applied research projects in sufficient volumes to fund the ongoing operation of the TAC. Acts as a bridge between researchers and businesses to ensure that impactful products, technologies, policies, procedures and services are effectively transitioned from research to practical applications in the real world.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in Food Sciences and/or Master of Business Administration. Combination of Education and experience may be considered
• Extensive knowledge of the state of technology and industry trends in the fields of food science application and analysis, food product development, market research, and entrepreneurship
• Experience with business development/planning, operations management, marketing and sales is required
• Experience leading projects, defining project scopes and management of research projects
• Experience gained through employment with private sector firms or public-sector entities focused on applied research and the implementation or commercialization of new/improved products, processes or services
• Previous experience within an academic/applied research setting required
• Demonstrated experience in applying for and managing research grants
• Strong oral communication skills required
• Excellent written communication skills required
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Commitment to lifelong learning

Assets:

• Strong financial management skills
• Human resource management skills/experience
• Skill in the development and management of effective data collection and reporting systems and processes

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends

Competition Number: 2019-322

Closing Date: January 13, 2020

Salary: $84,000 - $114,929 per annum

Position Location: Exchange District Campus (Winnipeg, MB)

Position Type: Full-Time, Term Position Available; Anticipated March 2, 2020 up to March 14, 2024; Possibility of an Extension based on funding renewal

Apply by email to humanresources@rrc.ca