About the role

CRAFT Research Program Manager managing research initiatives at University of Toronto. Responsible for grant writing, stakeholder engagement, and program administration.

Responsibilities

The CRAFT Research Program Manager reports to the CRAFT Directors and plays an important role in administering the program.
Connecting with stakeholders such as government agencies and hospitals.
Preparing reports, compiling statistics, and creating presentations for the board.
Involved in grant writing, forming strategic partnerships, promoting CRAFT initiatives, and other related activities.
Promoting research programs to potential industry collaborators.
Liaising with internal and external contacts to coordinate the execution of seminars and workshops.
Writing grant applications and building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders.

Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biology or equivalent degree.
Minimum six years experience within an academic setting.
Experience in project management in a related research field.
Experience identifying, attracting, and retaining research partnerships with government agencies and private sector partners.
Experience writing excellent and convincing funding proposals to acquire funding for research programs and consortia.
Proven advanced knowledge of the research landscape related to microfluidics.
Superior ability to work collaboratively with faculty members and other contacts.
Excellent research, analytical, negotiation, prioritization, and organizational skills.
Understanding of research contracts, intellectual property, and funding opportunities.
Superior communication skills including the ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively.