Director Of Mcgill Growth Lab And Assistant Or Associate Professor
McGill University
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Competitive; commensurate with qualifications + ex...
8-10 years applied economic policy experience
Leading complex multi-stakeholder government projects
Strong track record of fundraising and business development
The position is a leadership role responsible for establishing and directing a new applied policy research centre focused on economic growth in Canada
Job Summary
The position is a leadership role responsible for establishing and directing a new applied policy research centre focused on economic growth in Canada.
The Director will define the strategic vision, build organizational infrastructure, and secure funding from government, foundation, and private sector sources.
This is a full-time, three-year renewable academic contract position reporting to the Director of the Max Bell School of Public Policy at McGill University.
Matching Summary
The position is a leadership role responsible for establishing and directing a new applied policy research centre focused on economic growth in Canada.
Salary
Competitive; commensurate with qualifications and experience
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
8-10 years applied economic policy experience
Leading complex multi-stakeholder government projects
Strong track record of fundraising and business development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Network in Canadian economic policy circles
Nice-to-have
French language capability
Experience building organizations from ground up
Familiarity with economic complexity methods
Entrepreneurial and self-directed mindset
Experience with Canadian federal or provincial governments
Key Requirements
Graduate degree in economics or public policy
Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status required
Demonstrated experience leading government counterpart projects