Research Program Director

Research Program Director is a hybrid position based out of the CIFAR office located in the MaRs Discovery building. Staff are required to be in the office three days a week and travel for research program meetings approximately 15‑20%. This is a newly created position responsible for the operational management and strategic stewardship of 4–5 existing interdisciplinary research programs, ensuring they have the conditions and support needed to achieve their research and impact ambitions.

Key Responsibilities & Impact

• Partner with research program leadership to advance the program’s intellectual goals and guide key decisions.
• Build strong relationships with Program Co‑Directors, Advisory Committee members, and Program Members.
• Co‑develop and support the implementation of program impact agendas and public engagement initiatives.
• Oversee the operational delivery of a portfolio of 4–5 research p...