Sr. Program Manager, AI Research Programs (Vancouver)

Overview

We’re looking for an enthusiastic candidate to fill our Sr. Program Manager, AI Research Programs role. As a Senior Program Manager you will play a critical role in leading one or more strategic partnerships across the portfolio. This is a high‑impact role at the intersection of industry and academia, where you will enable world‑class research collaborations, drive program excellence, and help scale our flagship innovation programs.Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end program management for one or more research partnerships. Serve as the primary point of contact between RBC Borealis, the funding agency, and academic partners. Develop and manage the full lifecycle of programs, including planning, timelines, budgets, and reporting frameworks.Ensure successful execution of program goals by tracking milestones, risks, and outcomes. Partner with internal leaders and researchers to align program requirements with organizational priorities and resources. Support onboarding and regular engagement of external partners and/or funding agency within the assigned partnership.Drive continuous improvement of program operations, including processes, tools, and governance models. Prepare executive‑level updates, insights, and impact reporting for senior leadership. Qualifications

Master’s or PhD in a scientific field, with experience working in a research environment. 3‑4 years’ experience in program or project management, ideally in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments. Experience working with or within academia (e.g., university research programs, grants, labs, or academic partnerships).Strong understanding of research program lifecycles, particularly in AI, technology, or related fields. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent programs with competing priorities. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with experience bridging industry and academic environments. Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving capabilities.Familiarity with the Canadian and international AI research ecosystem is preferred. Benefits

Be part of a dynamic and flexible working environment. Become part of a team that thinks progressively and works collaboratively, with a focus on helping each other reach full potential. Leaders who support your development through coaching and management opportunities. Opportunity to make a difference and lasting impact from a local‑to‑global scale.Company

RBC Borealis is the driving force behind Royal Bank of Canada’s AI and data innovation. As part of Canada’s largest financial institution, we bring together a team of architects, engineers, scientists, and product experts on a mission to revolutionize finance through world‑class research, solutions, and a resilient data platform. With locations across Toronto, Waterloo, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver, we’re at the forefront of AI research and platform development.Job Skills

Business Oriented Communication Decision Making Long Term Planning Organizational Change Management Program Management Resource Coordination Results‑Oriented Team Management Time Management Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

RBC is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally protected factors. Disability‑related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

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