Business Partner, Emerging Technology and Talent

Alberta Innovates is seeking a Business Partner, Emerging Technology and Talent. This is a permanent position and will be based out of our Edmonton office. This position is eligible for hybrid work.This role will be responsible for leading the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of programs and initiatives that advance research, talent development, and ecosystem growth in areas strategically important to Alberta. This role drives innovation outcomes such as knowledge creation, technology adoption, commercialization, and the development of highly qualified personnel.

The position also plays a key role in building and maintaining strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including industry leaders, innovators, municipalities, research institutions, and post-secondary organizations, to achieve outcomes related to job creation, industry competitiveness, and broader economic, social, and environmental benefits.

You would be a good fit for this position if you:

• Build strong relationships and foster collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Communicate clearly and adapt messaging to different audiences.
• Manage multiple priorities with strong organization and time management skills.
• Navigate complex situations with tact, diplomacy, and resilience.
• Think strategically, solve problems creatively, and deliver results.
• Work independently or as part of a team, leading meetings and presentations effectively.
• Bring project management expertise and advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Are flexible and willing to travel as needed.

We are game changers

Alberta Innovates is a provincially funded corporation with a mandate to deliver 21st-century solutions for the most compelling challenges facing Albertans. We do this by building on our province’s research and technology development strengths in the core sectors of health, environment, energy, food and fibre, and platforms such as artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and omics. We are working with our partners to diversify Alberta’s economy, improve our environmental performance and enhance the well-being of Albertans through research and innovation.

Our subsidiary, InnoTech Alberta, offers a diversified range of scientific engineering and technological research and testing capabilities, and the facilities to support technology scale-up. Our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to health to food and fibre. InnoTech Alberta offers you access to research talent, technical expertise, and unique facilities that can help accelerate technology development that serves both the private and public sector.

Here’s some more information about the position:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Project & Portfolio Management: Oversee funded projects to ensure alignment with ET&T’s mandate, establish agreements and plans, monitor progress, manage change requests, and provide regular updates. Review reports for compliance, coordinate portfolio monitoring, deliver data analysis and status reporting, and support vendors with administrative and budget needs.
• Program Management & Execution: Lead the full lifecycle of ET&T programs and calls for proposals, including evaluation processes, reviewer coordination, and documentation development. Support applicants through outreach, coaching, and feedback, while ensuring accessibility and transparency in program delivery.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with stakeholders, represent ET&T at events and committees, provide guidance on policies and expectations, and contribute to marketing and communication strategies. Keep internal teams informed of processes, criteria, and performance targets.
• Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement by developing tools, policies, and procedures, conducting research on best practices and emerging trends, and implementing enhancements to program design and delivery.

Qualifications and skills we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Innovation, Entrepreneurship or a related discipline
• Project Management and Emerging Technology courses, training or certificate are assets
• Minimum 5 years of experience in program or project management, preferably in the public sector, innovation, research, or technology-focused environment
• Proven experience in implementing and execution of collaborative projects
• Familiar with Alberta’s social, economic, environmental and technological needs and priorities
• Experience in working in/with government and industry a wide range of sectors, innovative technology development, and supporting programs
• A broad understanding of the Government of Alberta’s and Canada’s emerging technology and higher education related strategies, strategic business plans, policy frameworks and relevant legislation.
• Industry experience in Emerging Technology in the areas of Health, Environment, Agriculture & Food, Energy, Advanced Materials, Defence or Aerospace
• Experience in supporting research commercialization

Why Alberta Innovates?

We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package, vacation starting at 3 weeks and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance.

The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance and provide credible references.

Deadline for submission of application will be on December 15, 2025.

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to applynow@albertainnovates.careferencing the competition title and number in the subject line.

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ALBERTA INNOVATES IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.