HOMEPAGE Employment Opportunities Chair, Applied Research
Administration
Suncrest College is currently accepting applications for a Chair, Applied Research to join our team. This full-time, permanent position is based out of Yorkton, SK and will be commencing as soon as possible.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Reporting to the Vice President, Partnerships & Innovation, the Chair of Applied Research plays a key role in supporting the achievement of the college’s strategic goals including the successful implementation of its Applied Research Plan. The Chair leads a team of high performing research professionals who actively develop and pursue research projects and partnership on behalf of Suncrest College and builds applied research capacity across the organization by providing guidance, mentorship, and support.
A significant portion of the College's applied research portfolio is focused on agriculture. The Chair provides leadership in advancing agricultural innovation through applied research partnerships, externally funded projects, and the College's research farm initiatives.
The Chair of Applied Research participates in the senior management decision-making process that establishes overall college operation and performance levels. The incumbent provides leadership in fostering a climate that is focused on advancing applied research through strategic growth and engagement of staff, students, and industry and will be responsible for overall supervision and management of the department. The position will implement and contribute to ongoing initiatives to improve processes and implement best practices that support our strategic direction, operations and organizational priorities.
The Chair, Applied Research performs complex and specialized functions requiring considerable independent judgment in decisions that may influence all parts of the College.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
WHAT WE OFFER:
ABOUT US:
Suncrest College has 11 campus locations. Our employees enjoy working in a respectful and professional environment. We have a positive work culture forged out of our strong values of being future forward, responsive stewards and empowering allies. Our employees are highly engaged and student focused, knowing their work has a strong and positive impact on leaners, communities, partners, and the economy.
Closing Date: November 18, 2026
Please email your application, quoting competition #SC-335-2627 to: [email protected].
Posting Reference
SC-335-2627
Availability
Internal
External
Term
Ongoing position starting as soon as possible
FTE
37.5 hours per week
Location
Yorkton, SK
Immediate Supervisor
Vice President, Partnerships & Innovation
Apply By
November 18, 2026
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