Indigenous Research Partnership Coordinator

Calgary - Canada

Hourly Salary: $ 72000 - 80000

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SAITs Applied Research and Innovation Services department helps partners conceptualize prototype and deliver products to market. Join one of Canadas top applied research colleges innovate for the future and bring industry-generated ideas and game-changing technologies to life.

The Opportunity

Job classification: A5068 - Information Officer II

Salary: $72000 - $80000

Hours per week: 40

Paid leave: 3 weeks vacation per year

Position End Date: 12 month contract

Deadline to apply: 4:00PM February 3 2026

The Indigenous Research Partnerships Coordinator (IRPC) will report to the Director of Applied Research and Innovation Services (ARIS). This role is dedicated to advancing SAITs applied research initiatives with Indigenous communities by working with communities to understand their challenges and where applied research might bring innovative solutions. The aim is to foster collaborative opportunities within the Alberta College and Polytechnic: Alberta Research Network. The IRPO will build and nurture relationships with Community leadership Community and Indigenous companies industry partners educational institutions communities and funding agencies to address challenges through research and innovative solutions. The IRPO will engage with SAIT training opportunities as appropriate.

How youll contribute

Proposal Development & Contract Management
Collaborate with Indigenous and Inuit communities to identify research needs and partnership opportunities.
Monitor emerging trends in the applied research ecosystem and align opportunities with institutional priorities.
Identify suitable funding programs and work with internal teams to develop highquality tailored research proposals.
Ensure proposals reflect SAITs commitments to applied research excellence Indigenous and Inuit Data Sovereignty TwoEyed Seeing and Traditional Knowledge.
Review and assess research agreements and contracts for alignment with organizational policies involving legal teams as required.

Partner Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong longterm relationships with Indigenous and Inuit communities band offices businesses industry and research partners.
Spend meaningful time in community to understand goals challenges and opportunities for collaboration.
Support ongoing engagement to ensure alignment resolve issues and strengthen partnerships.
Manage Indigenous and Inuit partner portfolios including relationship care opportunity development and coordination of research activities.
Proactively identify new partnerships through networking events and community participation.
Ensure Traditional Knowledge and TwoEyed Seeing principles guide project development.
Provide community support as requested and aligned with institutional priorities.

Strategic Collaboration & Coordination
Develop and implement strategies to grow partnerships and expand applied research initiatives.
Provide feedback to improve research collaboration processes and workflows.
Monitor external research activity to identify new collaboration opportunities.
Build strong relationships with internal partners to support alignment with ARIS priority areas.
Support project planning resource allocation and operational coordination.
Track and report on partnership activities progress and key metrics for senior leadership.
Maintain CRM systems and ensure all work aligns with Research Office processes.

What you bring

Bachelors degree inbusiness psychology anthropology sociology or other relevant program
3-5 years in building and managing strategic research partnerships partner engagement or research development with a strong understanding of Canadas Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the history of Indigenous and Inuit people in Canada
3-5 yearsexperience working with Indigenous or Inuit communities in Alberta
Strong interpersonal relationships technical knowledge business acumen with a high degree of complexity in coordinating various partners managing risks and identifying market opportunities is required
Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team! We know being ghosted is the worst so be assured youll hear from us either way. We take time to review each submission carefully and promise not to vanish.

Together we build bold futures

At SAIT we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:

- Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing

- SAIT paid premiums for medical dental and vision benefits so you and your family are well supported

- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield for virtual therapy at a reduced rate

- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account

- Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program tuition support access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses

- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence

- Excellent dining options on campus

- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

And the perks keep on coming!

About SAIT

At SAIT were building bold futures. Were a community of tenacious problem-solvers inventive thinkers and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Albertas Top Employers were driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If youre looking for a place where purpose meets possibility youve found it here.

Were committed to community and belonging

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

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