Project Leader

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Position Summary

BCIT’s Centre for Applied Research and Innovation (CARI) is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Project Leader. This position will report to the Dean of Applied Research.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Enable research and innovation partnerships with academics, industry, entrepreneurs, government, and non-profits on behalf of BCIT.

- Working closely with students, faculty, research staff and industry partners to promote and grow applied research activities in the area of Assistive and Health Monitoring Technologies.

- Applying for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Assistive and Health Monitoring Technologies and developing this research program at BCIT

Qualifications

- PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.

- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: Wheelchair Mobility Research & Development, Assistive or Health Technology Research & Development, Rehabilitation Engineering, Mixed Methods Research Studies, Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning, Clinical Research, Robotics, Cardiorespiratory monitoring, or other closely related fields.

- Thorough knowledge of current and emerging technologies and trends, with research experience in at least one relevant subject area.

- Experience in the development & management of applied research projects and

- The demonstrated ability to present research findings in reports, seminars, lectures, symposia and scientific publications.

- Ability to work effectively in a collegial manner within a team environment.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

All project leaders require an ability to work effectively in a collegial manner within a team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Compliance with Institute policies regarding confidentiality and ownership of intellectual property is essential.

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

- Competitive pay

- Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)

- Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans

- Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions

- Flexible hybrid work arrangements available

- Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge

- Wellness and Employee Assistance programs

- Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more

- Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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Salary Range

$65,045 - $113,545 per annum

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Posting Category

Applied Research

Department

2

Campus Location

CARI Building

Bargaining Unit

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

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