Western Chemistry jobs in Ontario

With an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.

Western Research, under the leadership of the Vice-President (Research), is responsible for ensuring that Western has vibrant and growing interaction with various sources of research funding and that the faculties have increasing funding for their research programs. It is also responsible to ensure a healthy flow of technology resulting from Western research to the commercial world thereby creating jobs, increasing economic development and the general betterment of society.

Innovation and Strategic Partnerships unites the Western Technology Transfer Office (TTO), Strategic Partnerships, and Western Research Parks, driving the impact of Western's research by fostering connections between research, industry, and communities.

As a Business Intelligence Associate (BIA), you will support a small group of Commercial IQ participants to develop plans to commercialize their research. Commercial IQ is jointly run by the Western TTO and Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship (MIFE).

• Assist participants with problem statement development, customer validation, and business planning
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support participant deliverables
• Assist in applying business frameworks (Business Model Canvas, go-to-market strategy, financial planning) to early-stage technologies
• Meet regularly with assigned participants throughout the program
• Provide feedback to program managers
• Support participants preparing for final pitch competition

Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to students in science-based programs (e.g., Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related Life Sciences).
• Students in Business programs with current or prior experience in the sciences are encouraged to apply.
• Students enrolled in combined Science and Business programs are also encouraged to apply.

Other Requirements:

• Technical knowledge in science related fields with some business understanding
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Previous experience preparing business pitches
• Self-motivated and self-disciplined with a "can-do" attitude
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Familiar with database searching
• Familiar with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Learning Opportunities:

• Exposure to technology commercialization, business development and innovation culture on campus
• Working with business and science professionals
• Hands-on technology commercialization experience
• Exposure to IP strategy and research-based venture creation
• Receive mentorship from TTO and MIFE staff
• Networking with industry professionals and entrepreneurs
• Potential co-founder relationships with innovative researchers

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.