Director, Marine Innovation and Simulation Centre of Excellence (MISE)

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

25 days vacation

Health and dental plan

Pension plan

Hybrid work arrangements

Free BCIT courses

Job summary

BCIT is seeking a Director for the Marine Innovation and Simulation Centre of Excellence (MISE) to lead strategic direction and operations. The role focuses on advancing marine education, applied research, and simulation initiatives, while developing partnerships with industry and government.

You will supervise teams, manage resources, and ensure high-impact outcomes. The position requires a Master’s degree and at least seven years of related experience, with strong leadership and communication

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field (e.g. Marine Transportation, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Maritime Studies, Maritime Management, Education, Simulation learning or Applied Research).
• Minimum of seven years’ related experience, including a combination of industry and training or education-related activities.
• Extensive knowledge of marine industry operations, simulation systems, and educational practices in marine training, including Transport Canada regulations and STCW framework.
• Advanced business, strategic planning, project management, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for MISE, establishing priorities and initiatives for marine education, applied research, simulation technologies, and workforce development.
• Lead applied research initiatives to improve workforce development, innovation, and industry performance.
• Translate research outcomes into educational programs and industry practice through curriculum enhancement and technology transfer.
• Collaborate with industry partners and the Research Innovation Oversight Committee to set priorities and oversee governance and outcomes.
• Secure and manage research funding and strategic partnerships through proposals and agreements.
• Advance BCIT’s leadership by building industry relationships and contributing to strategic plans.
• Oversee technology transfer and commercialization arising from applied research initiatives.
• Represent BCIT on committees and ensure integration of simulation technologies into programming.

Skills

Advanced leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Decision making

Travel readiness

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

Director, Marine Innovation and Simulation Centre of Excellence (MISE)

Position Title Director, Marine Innovation and Simulation Centre of Excellence (MISE)

Who We Are

At BCIT , people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our People Plan , Caring for Our People. Strengthening BCIT Together., we are committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and feel a genuine sense of belonging. We foster healthy and supportive workplaces, invest in learning and development, strengthen connections across our community, and empower innovation and transformation. With a competitive compensation package, work-life balance, and opportunities for professional growth, BCIT offers a workplace where your contributions matter and your career can flourish. It’s one reason we’ve been recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for more than a decade.

Position Summary

BCIT’s School of Transportation is seeking a temporary, full-time (1.0 FTE ) Director, Marine Innovation and Simulation Centre of Excellence ( MISE ). This position leads the strategic and operational direction of the Marine Innovation and Simulation Centre of Excellence ( MISE ). Develops industry relationships and advances applied research, workforce development, innovation, and simulation-based initiatives within the marine sector. Provides leadership and oversight for research projects, commercialization activities, and the use of simulation technologies to support industry advancement and educational excellence.

Duties & Responsibilities

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Provides strategic leadership for MISE , establishing priorities, plans, and initiatives that advance marine education, applied research, simulation technologies, and workforce development. Identifies and promotes innovative practices that address industry needs and emerging trends.
• Leads applied research initiatives that improve workforce development, innovation, and industry performance in areas such as human factors, automation, sustainability, energy efficiency, simulation technologies, and adult education.
• Directs the translation and implementation of research outcomes into educational programs and industry practice through curriculum enhancement, technology transfer, publications, conferences, and professional development activities.
• Works with industry partners and the Research Innovation Oversight Committee ( RIOC ) to establish research priorities, oversee project selection and governance, and monitor the performance, operations, and financial results of the Centre.
• Secures and manages research funding and strategic partnerships by identifying opportunities, developing proposals, negotiating agreements, and overseeing the implementation and evaluation of applied research initiatives.
• Advances BCIT’s leadership in marine innovation and simulation technologies by building relationships with industry, government, post-secondary institutions, and other partners, and contributing to School and Institute strategic and research plans.
• Oversees technology transfer and commercialization activities arising from applied research initiatives, including the development and implementation of strategies that advance industry adoption and institutional objectives.
• Represents BCIT on internal and external committees, boards, and sector initiatives, providing expertise in marine simulation technologies and applied research. Collaborates across the Institute to advance research, knowledge translation, technology transfer, and integration of simulation technologies into academic programming.
• Manages MISE simulation equipment, financial and human resources, including budgeting, resource planning, selecting, coaching and mentoring, performance management, compliance with professional and ethical standards, and all aspects of people management.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master’s degree in a related field (e.g. Marine Transportation, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Maritime Studies, Maritime Management, Education, Simulation learning or Applied Research).
• Minimum of seven years’ related experience, including a combination of industry and training or education-related activities.
• An equivalent combination of education, research, and work experience may be considered.
• Extensive knowledge of marine industry operations, simulation systems, and educational practices in marine training, including thorough knowledge of Transport Canada regulations, seafarer certification requirements, and the IMO -administered STCW framework.
• Broad knowledge of quality measures standards for professional seafarer training in the Canadian post-secondary sector, applied research best practices, and current marine simulation, educational, and information technologies.
• Recognized subject matter expertise in a specialized field, with a proven ability to address complex industry challenges, conduct applied research, and produce high-quality publications and knowledge outputs.
• Experience securing and managing industry partnerships, contracts, and external funding, including collaboration with industry, provincial, and federal partners.
• Advanced business, strategic planning, project management, and organizational skills, with the ability to oversee complex initiatives within an educational environment.
• Advanced leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative partnerships, lead teams, and make sound decisions on complex operational and strategic matters.
• Ability to travel to and work at industry partner locations and the School’s campuses.

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $500 if eligible!
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here !

BCIT is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring individuals who have been historically underrepresented in our workforce, BCIT , and the larger community. We strongly encourage Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+ to apply. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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Posting Category

Posting Category Management

Salary Range

Salary Range $139,607-$200,685, with a control point of $174,509 per annum

Additional Salary Information

The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and the maximum base salary for a position. The control point of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred, or promoted between the minimum and the control point of the salary range for a job, taking internal equity into account. Salaries above the control point may be considered for extenuating circumstances and must be approved by an external governing body.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-2
  • 3-5
  • 6-9
  • 10+
• * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
  • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
• * Given the posted salary range for this position, please indicate your salary expectation should you be the successful candidate for this position.

  (Open Ended Question)

• The position is based at our Marine campus. Kindly confirm that you are able to travel to this location.
  • Yes
  • No