Indigenous Academics & Research Lead

Mohawk College; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progressive vacation plan

Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mohawk College in Hamilton, ON, seeks a seasoned Manager for Indigenous Academics and Research (MIAR) to lead Indigenous research initiatives and academic programming. You will collaborate with Indigenous communities, faculty, and researchers to develop curriculum, IKLO, and partnerships while ensuring compliance with Indigenous research principles.

You will monitor project progress, manage contracts and budgets, oversee staff, and drive Indigenous content across teaching and learning.

Qualifications

• 3-year diploma/degree in Indigenous Education, Indigenous Research and Methodologies, Administration, or related.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Deep understanding of Indigenous history, culture, community needs and issues facing Indigenous learners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategies, implementation, and evaluation of academic initiatives including curriculum and IKLO.
• Supports strategic planning and business plans for Indigenous academics.
• Maintains partnerships and coordinates academic delivery and programming.
• Develops Indigenous courses or programs and applies Indigenous pedagogies in classrooms.
• Builds relationships with Indigenous communities and internal partners.
• Monitors progress of projects, administers contracts, tracks budgets and staffing.

Skills

Project management

Relationship building

Leadership

Communication

Indigenous knowledge

Education

Indigenous Education degree

Indigenous Research & Methodologies degree

Administration degree

Job description

Mohawk College in Hamilton, ON, seeks a seasoned Manager for Indigenous Academics and Research (MIAR) to lead Indigenous research initiatives and academic programming. You will collaborate with Indigenous communities, faculty, and researchers to develop curriculum, IKLO, and partnerships while ensuring compliance with Indigenous research principles.

You will monitor project progress, manage contracts and budgets, oversee staff, and drive Indigenous content across teaching and learning.