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Niagara College named No. 1 research college in Canada in latest top-50 research colleges report

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For the second time in less than five years, Niagara College (NC) has hit the No. 1 spot for colleges in Canada for research funding, according to a special report released today. Moving up one spot from last year’s standings, Niagara College is now the No. 1 research college across Canada. This is the ninth year in a row NC has been in the top 10. … Continue reading Niagara College named No. 1 research college in Canada in latest top-50 research colleges report »

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Niagara College wins global award for Applied Research and Innovation

For the second time in less than 10 years, Niagara College has been awarded for our research and innovation work on the global stage.  On September 25, the College received a silver award in the category of Applied Research and Innovation by the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP)’s Awards of Excellence. In 2018, Research and Innovation won gold in this same category.    Presented … Continue reading Niagara College wins global award for Applied Research and Innovation »

Research & Innovation, Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre

Now Hiring: Mechanical Engineering Research Assistant (Jr. Co-op) with WAMIC

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Located at the Welland Campus of Niagara College, the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC) provides small regional manufacturers access to needed facilities, equipment, technical expertise and serves to assist them in product development, technology adoption, expansion into new markets and commercialization. As a Student enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program, the Mechanical Engineering Research Assistant will have a comprehensive skill set to work … Continue reading Now Hiring: Mechanical Engineering Research Assistant (Jr. Co-op) with WAMIC »

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(2) Positions Available: Administrative Assistant for Research and Innovation

Niagara College Research and Innovation - We're Hiring! - Administration Assistants

Applications are invited for the regular on-going position of ­part-time Administrative Assistant (2 positions) in the Research and Innovation Division. Additional hours may be required at peak times during the year such as start or end of term. One position is based in Welland to support the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC) and the other position will be based in Niagara-on-the-Lake supporting the Food … Continue reading (2) Positions Available: Administrative Assistant for Research and Innovation »

Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre

Position Available: Technical Sales Manager with our WAMIC team | Closing date: Oct 2

Reporting to the Associate Director, Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC), the Technical Sales Manager is responsible for managing sales of WAMIC’s services and making certain that clients are satisfied with project outcomes and service standards. The incumbent will also be responsible for delivering relevant sales targets, and monitoring and reporting on sales activity to WAMIC leadership.  The Technical Sales Manager will identify opportunities for … Continue reading Position Available: Technical Sales Manager with our WAMIC team | Closing date: Oct 2 »

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R&I work experience lands NC grad his first full-time job

Luis Marquez is a 2022 graduate of the Computer Programming and Analysis program and worked with the Horticultural and Environmental Sciences Innovation Centre as a Research Assistant from April to December 2022. Today, he works at Connectivity Solutions as a Project Coordinator where he oversees projects, ensuring they run smoothly. Read on to learn about his journey to success. What year did you graduate and … Continue reading R&I work experience lands NC grad his first full-time job »

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Events recap – golf tournament edition

  The Business and Commercialization Innovation Centre (BCIC) attended the South Niagara Chambers of Commerce Golf Classic on Sept. 9 in Fort Erie. The BCIC team flexed their photography skills at snapping photos of the golfers who received copies of the images after the event. Also, the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre was on the green at the Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada Golf Tournament on Sept. … Continue reading Events recap – golf tournament edition »