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Knowledge Mobilization Program Managers
(2 positions)

Office of Associate Vice-President (Research)
Agri-Food and Partnerships

Temporary full time from November 2009 to April 2013

The Knowledge Translation and Transfer (KTT) initiative established under the enhanced OMAFRA-University of Guelph partnership agreement renewed in 2008 is designed to accelerate the transformation of knowledge into use.  This new program includes building and  expanding on long-established practices in extension and technology transfer, as well as the development and implementation of new initiatives designed to connect research conducted through the University of Guelph-OMAFRA partnership with existing and potential user groups across a variety of communities.

The University of Guelph is currently seeking two outstanding      individuals to manage the development and implementation of knowledge mobilization programs for agri-food research with focus on Agri-Food Industry Outreach and Science-Policy Interface.

For more detailed information on these positions we invite you to visit our Job Opportunities website at:
http://www.uoguelph.ca/hr/jobpost/

Applications must be received no later than November 25, 2009
in Human Resources, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1.  Email: [email protected] Fax: 519-763-2780.

We thank all applicants for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for interview will be contacted.

The University of Guelph is committed to equity in its policies, practices and programs, supports diversity in its teaching, learning and work environments and ensures that applications for members of underrepresented groups are seriously considered under its employment equity policy.   All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our University community are encouraged to apply.  People are also encouraged to self-identify as a member of one of these groups.