At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Dean, Mining, Trades, Technology, and Apprenticeship, the Research Coordinator will lead the development and execution of industry-academic applied research projects in collaboration with private sector partners. This role combines research coordination and curriculum development, ensuring projects address commercialization and production barriers while enhancing safety, efficiency, and innovation in the mining sector.

What you will be doing:

• Engage private sector partners to identify applied research project opportunities;
• Coordinate with college faculty, staff, and students to facilitate the development and execution of industry-academic applied research projects;
• Drive collaboration between industry and academia to improve innovation, efficiency, and sustainability;
• Translate research outcomes into curriculum enhancements for an environmental program as well as other pertinent programs; and
• Track budgets, timelines, and resource allocation of research initiatives.

A job description is available from the Human Resource Services department.

What you will need to be considered:

• Four (4) year Degree in a related/relevant field; and
• Minimum 5 years of practical experience.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational and time-management skills, and have excellent communication skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They must also be detail orientated with the ability to work independently or as a team.

What Northern has to offer:

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Wellness programs; and
• Employee Assistance Program.

The incumbent may be required to provide a criminal record check.

As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resource Services department at ncjobapp@northern.on.ca or call us at 705-235-3211 ext. 2136. Information received relating to the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume online at www.northerncollege.ca/careers/.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Applications received after the close date will not be considered.

CLASSIFICATION: Administration

STATUS: Full Time - Temporary

STAGE: Internal/External

CAMPUS: Timmins

START DATE: Immediately to Mar. 30/29

ANNUAL SALARY: $ 75,000

CLOSING DATE: April 8, 2026

COMPETITION#: 26-10-RFH-167