Immunology Research Director Ottawa NRC

1 day ago

Canada National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada Full-time

Ottawa-based scientific leadership awaits an Immunology Research Director at NRC, focused on partnerships, innovation, and translational therapeutic programs.

The Director, Research and Development – Immunology serves as a senior leader in Human Health Therapeutics and reports to the Director General. This continuing appointment shapes scientific strategy while fostering collaboration with industry, academia, hospitals, government departments, and international partners. Research spans immunology, translational sciences, biologics, vaccines, cell and gene therapies, and phage-based therapeutics.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide scientific leadership for translational bioscience activities
  • Foster innovative and collaborative research culture
  • Mentor scientific and technical staff
  • Represent HHT nationally and internationally
  • Manage financial, human, and infrastructure resources

Requirements:

  • PhD from a recognized university in a relevant field
  • Experience developing talent within matrix-based research environments
  • Strategic partnerships with diverse stakeholder groups
  • Knowledge of biologics, vaccines, and translational research
  • Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills

Bring immunology expertise, collaborative leadership, and strategic research direction to NRC’s Human Health Therapeutics programs in Ottawa.