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This message is sent on behalf of Dr. B. Mario Pinto, Vice-President (Research and International)

Dear Colleagues,

Please distribute the information below with faculty members in your unit.

I am pleased to share that the search for a new Associate Vice-President (Research) has been initiated. The appointment is for a five-year renewable term, consistent with University practices for senior academic administrators.

The position is posted on the UM Careers Internal site (vip.umanitoba.ca / Employee Portal / UM Careers tab) under Requisition #44980 and is open to individuals holding full-time continuing academic appointments (tenure-track, tenured, or GFT) at the University of Manitoba. I encourage you to share this opportunity within your faculty to help us attract a strong and diverse pool of candidates.

Review of applications will begin on April 16, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Thank you in advance for your assistance in supporting a robust and inclusive search process. Your engagement is essential to identifying strong leadership for this important role.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Dr. B. Mario Pinto Vice-President (Research and International) University of Manitoba