INNOVATION MANAGER (BAND LEVEL 8)

April 6, 2026

INNOVATION MANAGER (BAND LEVEL 8)

Student Design Hub

Research Initiatives and Services (RIS)

(1-Year Contractual Position; Possibility of Extension)

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a secondment, subject to departmental approval

This position is funded through an external grant

Memorial University is one of the largest universities in Atlantic Canada. As the province's only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the education and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador, offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to almost 18,000 students. The Student Design Hub (SDH) is a student resource initiative that aims to support undergraduate or graduate students competing in a student-centered competition or hoping to develop a product prototype. By providing programming, access to resources, guidance and a means for students to connect over their passion for creation, the SDH aims to inspire students to bring their design and artistic projects to life.

DUTIES

The Innovation Manager will play a critical role in supporting the Student Design Hub's mission to promote innovation and entrepreneurship programming. Reporting to the Director, Student Design Hub (SDH), this position will lead entrepreneurship programming, with a focus on helping students identify and understand problems that need solving. Responsibilities include developing and managing the SDH Mentorship Program; recruiting industry and alumni mentors and serving as the key operational liaison to the Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship (MCE) and other incubators within Newfoundland and Labrador; developing and managing industry partnerships; playing a critical role in executing the SDH's Expansion and Entrepreneurship Alignment Strategy; mentoring student teams through an entrepreneurial lens; contributing to major SDH events (Nexus, Ignite, Spotlight) with a focus on industry, media engagement, and leveraging modern software and Al tools; coordinating workshops and training sessions; managing program funding and budgets; supporting strategic planning; and performing other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (3-5 years) in program management or a business-oriented role; completion of a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, or Entrepreneurship, or a related field is required; or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills; have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work in a fast-paced environment; and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial-minded, highly motivated individual with a passion for making a difference.

SALARY $64,361 - $87,763 per annum (Management and Professional)

CLOSING DATE April 20, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. NST

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

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