Research Partnership & Business Development Officer

Job title:

Research Partnership & Business Development Officer

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 07/18/2024
Req ID: 38773
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Office of Research Services
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00047244Description:About us:The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.Your opportunity:The Research Partnership & Business Development Officer is a key member of the Faculty of Arts & Science’s Office of Research Services team. The role is responsible for helping the Arts & Science research community build and expand collaborative research partnerships with private, government, and NGO sector partners – primarily working with and supporting the research programs of faculty members in STEM fields. The focus of the position is to identify areas of common research interests, to cultivate and facilitate the development of new research relationships, and solicit company, government, and community organization support and collaboration on major research projects and programs across Units in Arts & Science.The Research Partnership & Business Development Officer will report to the Director of Research Services and the focus of their work will be directed by the Dean, Vice-Dean Research & Infrastructure for the Faculty of Arts & Science, Department Chairs, Centre and Institute Directors, and Arts & Science faculty members. The incumbent will also work in close partnership with members of the A&S Research Services team and other teams across Arts & Science (inclusive of Experiential Learning and Outreach Services and the Advancement team) to ensure the Faculty advances a coordinated approach to Partnership building, which maximizes opportunities for growing sponsored research partnerships. Coordination and collaboration with Business and Partnership Development specialists in the Offices of the Vice President Research & Innovation, Vice President International, and within other UofT Divisions on outreach to and partnership with industry, government, and NGOs is also required.Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing marketing and partnership plans that support research needs and objectives
• Delivering presentations to promote programs, opportunities and/or initiatives
• Developing and Implementing plans to support areas of research relevant to industry needs that are consistent with the University’s academic mission
• Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
• Identifying, developing and executing strategies for research and development collaborations
• Producing detailed statistical report and analysis on facilities utilization, planning and revenue generation/spending to support decision making
• Settling partnership agreements and contract terms
• Tracking the status of business development initiatives, activities and outcomes

Essential Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree (preferably in a STEM discipline), or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in an academic or industry research environment.
• Experience identifying, attracting and retaining major research partnerships with private, government and/or NGO sector partners.
• Demonstrated experience developing measurable short-term and long-range goals and strategies to support a partner cultivation plan that emphasizes growth in key applied-research areas.
• Knowledge of commercial research opportunities within Canada and internationally.
• Expert understanding of Provincial, Canadian and International partnership-based research funding programs, in particular major industry partnership projects led by university researchers. i.e. funded through Mitacs, Ontario Research Fund, the NSERC Alliance Suite of Programs, and the NFRF suite of programs.
• Experience organizing and facilitating workshops and training sessions.
• Advanced computer skills (e.g. Excel, Access, Word, Power point).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiating, and marketing skills.
• Exceptional research and report writing skills.

Assets (Nonessential):

• PhD in an Arts & Science discipline (preferably within a STEM field)
• MBA

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Adaptable
• Articulate
• Cooperative
• Diplomatic
• Meticulous
• Problem solver

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the .Closing Date: 07/29/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget – Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 15 — $93,752 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $119,892. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Research Administration & TeachingLived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Expected salary

$93752 per year

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:06:08 GMT

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