Applied Research Professional

Red River College Polytechnic • Full-time • Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada • C$ 68,556 - C$ 96,644 / year • 3w ago

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Applied Research Professional, Advanced Manufacturing and Mechatronics (Term Full-Time)

Center for Automation and Manufacturing Technology Transfer (CAMTT)

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Term Position Available (anticipated April 1, 2025 up to March 31, 2026)

SALARY: $68,556 - $96,644 per annum

POSITION LOCATION: Notre Dame Campus (Winnipeg, MB)

At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. First consideration will also be given to internal applicants. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/.

Employment support is available to both internal and external candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) seeking employment at Red River College Polytechnic. For guidance on the application process, interview preparation, or to discuss accommodation needs, applicants are invited to contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at humanresources@rrc.ca.

ELIGIBILITY LIST: This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

DUTIES

The Applied Research Professional is responsible for: leading the design, development and implementation of applied research projects; conducting project management/administration functions in conjunction with the Research Chair; engaging in outreach/liaison activities with industry partners and others; participating in business development activities; and supporting the analysis and reporting of research results and the dissemination of results and technology transfer to industry partners. The incumbent will conduct research and apply Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Machine Learning to Advanced Manufacturing and Mechatronics, and design, develop and implement research projects.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Experience in designing and applying artificial intelligence, data science or machine learning algorithms/concepts to manufacturing problems
Experience in performing and/or leading research and experimental development activities in an academic/applied research setting
Demonstrated project management skills
Knowledge of intellectual property
Demonstrated experience in developing research proposals and applying for research grants
Excellent organizational, analytical, research and creative skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
Must have demonstrated skills in the development and management of effective data collection and reporting systems and processes
Demonstrated research dissemination planning and delivery skills
Effective computer skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of constituents and organizations
Must have the ability to act and represent the College in a professional, collegial, collaborative and entrepreneurial manner
Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of and application of research methodologies in Advanced Manufacturing and Mechatronics as well as required tools, technologies, and infrastructure to carry out research
Business development skills in applied research context

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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

Please note that applicants internal to Red River College Polytechnic must apply through My Portal on HRIS Unlimited.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

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