Category Archives: Research & Innovation

Niagara College Gaining Ground as Research Arm for SMEs

  Niagara College helps companies innovate and achieve competitive advantage while also providing students with valuable experiential learning opportunities.   Since Canadian SMEs (small- and medium-sized companies) often lack the time, expertise, or equipment to innovate their products or technologies, many seek partnerships with applied research colleges.  Niagara College is one of them. Currently ranked the number one research college in Canada, the College’s Research & Innovation … Continue reading Niagara College Gaining Ground as Research Arm for SMEs »

Applications are now open for the 2024 Student Research Scholarships with NHKI

NHKI - NC Applications for the 2024 Summer Student Scholarships are now open

  Niagara Health Knowledge Institute/Niagara College Summer Student Research Scholarship The purpose of the Niagara Health Knowledge Institute (NHKI) is to improve patient care and experience by embedding research into clinical practice. The vision is to transform health care through leading community hospital-based research in Canada. Our values are equity, collaboration, continuous learning, innovation and empowerment.   Niagara Health (NH) places great value on teaching, … Continue reading Applications are now open for the 2024 Student Research Scholarships with NHKI »

Now Hiring: Footcare Project Assistant with our Research & Innovation team | Closing date: Feb. 23

Medical professional examining woman's feet

Footcare Project Assistant The Footcare Project Assistant is a role that encompasses two roles (Research & Footcare Assessment Assistant) and is dependent on the work available with restrictions due to the pandemic. As a Research Assistant, the selected candidate will work remotely and meet regularly with the Research Project manager and other members of the research team through virtual software programs. As a Footcare Assessment … Continue reading Now Hiring: Footcare Project Assistant with our Research & Innovation team | Closing date: Feb. 23 »

NOW OPEN – Request for Proposal – Website Redevelopment

  Niagara College (NC) is actively accepting proposals to develop or create, update, re-design, test, and launch websites for different departments at NC. The primary objective of this project is to significantly update, re-design, develop, and launch a comprehensive WordPress website for the Research and Innovation division of Niagara College at the URL ncinnovation.ca. This website will serve as a dynamic, engaging, and informative platform, … Continue reading NOW OPEN – Request for Proposal – Website Redevelopment »

Niagara College named Top Employer for second year in a row

  Niagara College (NC) has risen to the top for the second consecutive year, being named a Hamilton-Niagara Region top employer for 2024. For 17 years, the Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers competition recognizes and celebrates local employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. “Being welcoming, passionate, trailblazing and student focused are special organizational strengths that make Niagara College such a remarkable place to work,” … Continue reading Niagara College named Top Employer for second year in a row »

R&I welcomes Dave Lawson to the role of Advanced Manufacturing Scientist with WAMIC

Research & Innovation is pleased to welcome Dave Lawson to the team as the new Advanced Manufacturing Scientist with the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC). In this role, Dave will be responsible for leading applied research projects and supporting the technical services team. After more than 25 years of progressive roles in the automotive switch industry with Nidec Mobility Canada, Dave has “retired” to … Continue reading R&I welcomes Dave Lawson to the role of Advanced Manufacturing Scientist with WAMIC »