The Associate Vice-President, Research, Graduate, and Professional Studies will report to the Academic Vice-President and Provost at our client and will be responsible for advancing the university's strategic priorities in research, graduate programs, and professional studies. This role requires a strategic leader with a strong vision for the future of research and education, who can collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to advance the university's mission with a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). The AVP will lead and manage a diverse portfolio that includes research services, graduate programs, and professional and online studies, serving on the university's Executive Committee and providing leadership to various departments and committees. Key areas of oversight and responsibility for the AVP role include providing strategic direction to the Research Services Group to enhance research capacity and impact, fostering a culture of research excellence and innovation, and encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and external funding opportunities. The AVP will also work to enhance the quality and diversity of graduate programs, aligning them with the university's strategic priorities, and overseeing the Centre for Online Learning & Professional Studies to position our client as a leader in lifelong learning and professional development. Additionally, the AVP will contribute to the development and implementation of the university's strategic plan as a key member of the Executive Committee, ensuring effective management of research and graduate program budgets, and building and maintaining strong relationships with faculty, students, staff, and external partners to enhance the university's profile and influence in the academic community.