Director, Research and Development, Saskatchewan Pulse Growers, Saskatoon, SK

The Director, Research and Development (R&D) is responsible for directing SPG's strategy for research investments and overseeing SPG's seed commercialization and agronomy programs. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director, Research and Development's primary responsibilities will include:

• providing effective leadership to SPG R&D staff to drive the achievement of outcomes in SPG's key result areas;

• leading the development of SPG's R&D strategy and priorities, ensuring they reflect key priorities of growers and are aligned with SPG's strategic plan;

• overseeing the management of SPG R&D investments and programs to ensure the most effective use of grower levy dollars;

• serving as a member of the SPG Leadership Team, providing leadership on strategy, management and policy issues for SPG;

• establishing and managing strategic relationships with collaborative research and industry partners at provincial, national and international levels; and,

• representing SPG with industry and professional groups.

Qualifications include:

• Master's degree in agriculture or relevant science field; PhD in Natural Sciences preferred;

• minimum 5 years' experience in a leadership role in agriculture research program management (strategy development, execution, measurement, reporting);

• demonstrated leadership skills and team management expertise; an ability to create vision, lead a team of staff and coach to high performance;

• strong understanding of the scientific research process to achieve desired applied research results;

• exceptional organizational skills with ability to effectively manage and prioritize projects; strong reporting / writing experience;

• articulate confident communicator and team player; strong collaborative /negotiating skills;

• motivation, professionalism and maturity essential; and,

• eligibility for a P. Ag. designation is a requirement for this position.

Salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and ability. Applications must be received by June 11th, 2018. Apply, with resume, to Scott Wolfe Management Inc. at email: patti.mckenzie@scottwolfe.ca.