Amended - Vice President, Research

**Department Information**:
Aurora College's mission is to demonstrate leadership in the delivery of relevant and meaningful education and research rooted in strong connections to Northern land, tradition, community and people.

**Job Information**:
The VP Research reports to the President. The incumbent operates with great autonomy and works directly with faculty and staff from across Aurora College to guide the ongoing development and implementation of research programs.

The VP Research is one of four Vice Presidents at Aurora College and a key member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), along with the President, four Vice Presidents and Chief Financial Officer. ELT is collectively responsible for the overall effective, efficient and sustainable operation of Aurora College and for ensuring the implementation of direction from the President and Board of Governors.
- Please see full job description for more details on the position's scope and responsibilities._

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
- Knowledge of research administration and development of research programs.
- Knowledge of northern and post-secondary research trends and funding programs.
- Knowledge of the social, political, and cultural environment as it affects research, innovation, technology development and education in the Northwest Territories, along with Indigenous Claims and Self-Government initiatives.
- Knowledge of leadership, motivational theory, and effective practices; team building, relationship building with faculty, staff, and students; success in a multi-layered organization; networking.
- Knowledge of the organization and structure of colleges; post-secondary systems, program.
- Knowledge of effective Human Resource practices and the ability to mentor and evaluate.
- Knowledge of financial administration, generally accepted accounting principles and budget preparation, and the ability to monitor variances and implement required budgetary controls and/or corrective action.
- Ability to negotiate and attract third-party investment to expand program and service delivery.

**Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by**:
Attainment of a PhD is required for this position, as well as 10 years of progressive experience at a post-secondary education institution, of which 3 years should be at a management level.

Experience managing large-scale projects, conducting research in a Northern context, and working with Indigenous communities will be considered assets.

**GNWT Inquiries**:
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620