Indigenous Research Partnership Coordinator

SAITs Applied Research and Innovation Services department helps partners conceptualize prototype and deliver products to market. Join one of Canadas top applied research colleges innovate for the future and bring industry-generated ideas and game-changing technologies to life.

Job classification: A5068 - Information Officer II

Salary: $72000 - $80000

Hours per week: 40

Paid leave: 3 weeks vacation per year

Position End Date: 12 month contract

Deadline to apply: 4:00PM February 3 2026

The Indigenous Research Partnerships Coordinator (IRPC) will report to the Director of Applied Research and Innovation Services (ARIS). This role is dedicated to advancing SAITs applied research initiatives with Indigenous communities by working with communities to understand their challenges and where applied research might bring innovative solutions. The aim is to foster collaborative opportunities within the Alberta College and Polytechnic: Alberta Research Network. The IRPO will build and nurture relationships with Community leadership Community and Indigenous companies industry partners educational institutions communities and funding agencies to address challenges through research and innovative solutions. The IRPO will engage with SAIT training opportunities as appropriate.

At SAIT we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:

- Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing

- SAIT paid premiums for medical dental and vision benefits so you and your family are well supported

- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield for virtual therapy at a reduced rate

- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account

- Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program tuition support access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses

- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence

- Excellent dining options on campus

- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

And the perks keep on coming!

At SAIT were building bold futures. Were a community of tenacious problem-solvers inventive thinkers and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Albertas Top Employers were driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If youre looking for a place where purpose meets possibility youve found it here.

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

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