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Operations Manager – Northern Energy Innovation 
YukonU Research Centre 
Ayamdigut Campus (Whitehorse) 
Wage: $41.13 to $48.95 hourly 
Based on 75 hours bi-weekly Term to March 31, 2026 
Employment Opportunity No.: 25.87

Closing date: August 12, 2025

Yukon University is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations and strategic growth of the Northern Energy Innovation (NEI) research program. This position plays a vital role in ensuring high-quality research services and operational excellence within a nationally recognized research team supporting energy solutions across the North.

The Operations Manager works closely with the Industrial Research Chair and provides leadership in research administration, partnership coordination, staff supervision, and stakeholder engagement with government, industry, and Indigenous partners.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience and qualifications: 
• Master’s degree in Business Administration or relevant field preferred; or Bachelor’s degree with minimum 5 years of related experience 
• Experience supporting partnered research projects, especially with Indigenous communities and governments 
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and develop administrative systems 
• Strong organizational, budgeting, communication, and stakeholder relationship skills 
• Experience supporting the development of funding proposals and research ethics compliance 
• Understanding of research processes and funding in a post-secondary environment

In addition, the following would be an asset: 
• Experience supervising and mentoring student researchers 
• Familiarity with northern and Indigenous energy issues and policy 
• Membership in relevant professional or academic networks 
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Yukon University is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, qualified candidates who self-identify as Yukon First Nations, as well as Métis, Inuit, or other Indigenous ancestry will be given priority.

Consideration may be given to candidates with an appropriate combination of education and experience.

For additional information please contact: 
Dr. Michael Ross 
Industrial Research Chair in Northern Energy Innovation 
mross@yukonu.ca
867 456 8539

Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email: hr@yukonu.ca

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. A statement of qualifications, which outlines the selection standards, and a position description are available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions, by following the links above.

Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

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