Research Chair in Rural, Remote, and Indigenous Health

NorQuest College•Edmonton, AB

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Dean of Research, the Research Chair in Rural, Remote, and Indigenous Health develops and implements an original applied research program focused on community-based approaches to improving community and Indigenous health. The Chair will establish and lead a financially sustainable research centre at NorQuest, secure diversified external funding, and build the internal capacity required to sustain the centre beyond the initial 1-year term.

Requirements

PhD in a relevant field (Social Sciences, Health, Indigenous Studies, Humanities, or Education) preferred; Master’s with proven research funding success considered; Indigenous ways of knowing recognized as equivalent
3–5 years of experience in health and community-based research, including work with Indigenous communities and/or lived experience
Strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, values, and ways of knowing, with demonstrated experience working respectfully with Indigenous Elders and communities
Proven research track record, including securing funding and sharing results through publications, presentations, or grey literature
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and mentor students or emerging researchers

Nice To Haves

Operates with a high degree of autonomy in setting research priorities, selecting funding opportunities, and developing projects, within institutional approval processes
Independently builds partnerships, selects collaborators, and engages in contracts and events aligned with research and strategic goals
Leads and manages the research centre, including supervising staff and students and overseeing daily operations
Collaborates regularly with Deans, faculty, and internal teams to integrate research with academic programs and institutional priorities
Works with Research Office, Finance, and Compliance to ensure proper funding management, reporting, and alignment with policies
Ensures compliance with FOIP, institutional policies, and professional research standards; escalates high-risk matters for leadership review
Maintains relationships with funders and stakeholders to support successful grant applications and project development

Responsibilities

Establish and lead a Community and Indigenous Health Research Centre, including setting vision, strategy, and operations
Secure and manage diversified, sustainable funding to support research activities and growth
Lead and deliver applied research projects, including building and supervising project teams
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with Indigenous communities, organizations, government, and industry
Build and manage a continuous pipeline of funding opportunities and maintain funder relationships and reporting
Create opportunities for student, faculty, and staff engagement in research and integrate research with academic programs
Share and promote research findings through publications, presentations, and external representation
Collaborate with internal teams to align research initiatives with institutional priorities and strategic plans