DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH FULL-TIME 5 YEAR CONTRACT

Position Objective:
This leadership and supervisory position will build and lead Kenjgewin Teg’s Indigenous
(Anishinabek) research profile in Indigenous higher education. This position requires a
spiritual and Anishinaabemowin-connected understanding of both Indigenous research
theory and praxis in the application and assertion of First Nations control of First
Nations post-secondary education. This position will build an Anishinabek theoretical
and research action plan guided by Kenjgewin Teg’s three philosophies of Anishinaabeaadiziwn, Anishinaabemowin, and being a Trauma-informed and Trauma-sensitive place
of learning.
Qualifications:
• A minimum of doctoral program candidacy (ABD), with personal research proposal interest in
Indigenous-related topics and solutions; early-career researchers are
encouraged to apply.
• One to three years of related research experience or equivalent project management experience.
• Five years+ experience working with Indigenous communities or Indigenous organizations.
• Minimum of three years of leadership and supervisory experience managing research projects or other teams, or equivalent.
Job Knowledge and Skills:
• Indigenous perspectives and understanding of Indigenous research methodologies.
• Strategic research vision: a forward thinking mindset to align research goals with organizational objectives.
• Communication: excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members, stakeholders and external partners.
• Self-initiative and direction: leadership, vision and new program/ services development.
• Analytical thinking: ability to analyze complex data, interpret results and make informed decisions.
• Writing skills: strong writing abilities for academic papers, reports and
grant proposals.
• Presentation skills: effective communication when presenting research findings at conferences or
seminars.
• Experience in research and scholarly writing.
• Proposal writing experience and success.
• Able to meet deadlines established in a multi-tasking environment.

Please note that the successful candidate must be willing to travel when
required, possess a valid Ontario driver’s licence and have access to a reliable vehicle.
For further information, please contact the Director of Human Resources at humanresources@kenjgewinteg.ca. Application Deadline: Friday, May 30, 2025

Interested individuals can send a complete application package that consists of:
Cover letter, a detailed resume, three (3) current (within one year) references
listed, two of which must be professional, and written permission to contact
references. Please note that the successful candidate must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check.
Applications can be received marked confidential through email at humanresources@kenjgewinteg.ca or hand-delivered to:
Kenjgewin Teg “HR – Director of Research”
c/o Director of Human Resources 374A Hwy 551, P.O. Box 328, M’Chigeeng, ON P0P 1G0 Please note: Kenjgewin Teg has taken steps to ensure the organization is inclusive within the school community. This includes the shared practice of the First Nation tradition of smudging.
Only complete application packages will be considered. While we thank all