Director, Research and Development

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
- The _Employment Equity Act_, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

**City**: Mississauga

**Organizational Unit**: Clean Energy Innovation

**Classification**: MGT-2

**Tenure**: Continuing

**Language Requirements**: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

**Work Arrangements**:

- Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least four times per week at their own expense.

**Discover the possible**:
Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC). As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

**The Role**:
We are looking for a Director, Research and Development to support our Clean Energy Innovation (CEI) Research Centre. The Director, Research and Development would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The Director, Research and Development (DRD) provides scientific leadership and manages research activities, ensuring alignment with NRC’s objectives. The DRD supports the Director General in developing employees, and business or collaboration opportunities to create long-term sustainability for the organization. Where assigned, manages technical services, facilities, or other internal capabilities in home or other Divisions.

This is a special and entrepreneurial opportunity to play a leadership role in growing NRC’s first major research facility in the Greater Toronto Area and creating a major national innovation hub in advanced materials discovery.

**The Role, Continued**:
As part of CEI, NRC-Mississauga applies its multidisciplinary capabilities in partnership with other parts of NRC and our partners through strategic R&D programs that target stakeholder-endorsed challenges to strengthen Canadian supply chains. We will deliver advanced technology solutions to improve productivity and help companies develop and maintain competitive positions in markets at home and abroad. This involves connecting industrial end-users to the innovation capacity of their suppliers through strategic collaborations that de-risk the development and adoption of new technology. Co-investment from clients and stakeholders ensures our program activities remain aligned to market needs and deliver public and private return on investment, enhancing economic, social and environmental well-being.

The Director manages the capability embodied in assigned research centre resources (facilities, employees and minor and major capitals), ensuring relevance, focus and utility by working with program leaders and external stakeholders, including clients. The Director supervises Team Leaders to achieve effective execution of project management and continuous professional development of staff. Through discharging these responsibilities, and through the provision of timely strategic advice, the Director, Research and Development provides the Director General with vital assurance of long-term research centre sustainability and impact for Canada.

**Screening Criteria**:
**Education**:
Masters degree in science or engineering from a recognized university in a scientific field relevant to the research areas of CEI research centre. A PhD may be considered an asset.

An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

**Experience**:

- In depth experience working in the Canadian and international context around NRC’s Clean Energy Innovation research centre technologies with a particular focus on advanced materials science and/or materials engineering: industries, forums, trends, the issues and dynamics that impact them and the engagement needed to keep this knowledge current;
- Experience supervising and developing staff in multidisciplinary teams, ideally in