Research Assistant as Mentor in Applied AI Solutions with Concordia’s Applied AI Institute
This position is subject to the conditions of the CREW collective agreement and is only available to current Concordia students.
The Concordia Applied AI Institute (AI2) is a multidisciplinary applied research unit representing more than 120 faculty members and their graduate students from Concordia’s four faculties. AI2 is a values-driven institute, committed to engaged leadership, consideration of AI’s societal consequences, and support for public interest. We promote AI that challenges the status quo and fosters positive change across sectors.
Job Description:
TAs part of the Institute’s AI Adoption and Strategic Outreach team, you will support ongoing industry engagement efforts, starting with outreach and lead generation for the AI for Decision-Makers in Advanced Manufacturing training program, delivered in partnership with Bold New Edge.
You will assist with outreach strategy, manage CRM records (HubSpot), and help convert potential leads into active participants. In addition to this project, you will contribute to future outreach initiatives across the Institute as new projects and industry partnerships arise.
You will work closely with the Business Development Specialist and be instrumental in shaping how the Institute communicates its value to external stakeholders.
Application deadline: 1 August 2025
Position start date: 18 August 2025
Position end date: 20 December 2025
Salary: Subject to CREW rates
Hours per week: 15 to 20
Immediate supervisor: Nizar Bouguila / Johanne Ramahenina
Responsibilities
As part of the AI Educational programs team, you will work as a mentor for program participants in a Training program supported by DIGITAL. This program aims to equip decision-makers in the manufacturing industry with hands-on skills to implement AI within their organization.
Your responsibilities will include working collaboratively with other research assistants to guide decision makers in building a custom business AI roadmap and designing an AI solution.
Work Environment
The Applied AI Institute is an interdisciplinary team composed of engineers and social scientists, both full-time professionals and research assistants from the Concordia community. We collaborate with faculty members from Concordia University that provide guidance and expertise for our projects. We believe in collaborative approaches to shared work and engage with a range of community partners, locally, across Canada and internationally who are similarly invested in considering AI critically and proactively from the perspective of community agency, autonomy and in consideration of social movement demands.Your work will be reviewed by your manager as well as fellow team members. We enjoy working with diverse teams. We appreciate the varied outlooks and perspectives of our team members and how they shape our projects.
Qualities we admire
- Respond well to feedback
- Being comfortable with self-directed learning
- Problem-solving
- Growth mind-set
- Prioritize team over individual success
- Being organized
Profile description
If you’re excited about the role and are committed to learning with and from your team members, aren’t afraid of constructive feedback, please apply! We’re more interested in finding someone who’s a great fit for our team than just checking off a list of qualifications.
- You are enrolled in a graduate program in Business Administration, Management or a related field at Concordia University.
- You have experience in AI applications, including Edge AI and generative AI, along with a solid understanding of responsible AI practices.
- You have a strong understanding of corporate governance, risk management and compliance (GRC) strategies.
- You have experience in business strategy, including, ROI analysis, change management and total cost of ownership.
- You have experience working in interdisciplinary environment.
- You have experience mentoring others or facilitating courses/workshops.
- You have a good level of spoken and written English; proficiency in spoken and written French is a strong asset.
- You have demonstrated strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
- You have good communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Profile Description
If you’re a people-oriented problem solver who enjoys communication and coordination, and you're excited by the opportunity to contribute to meaningful industry partnerships in the AI space, we encourage you to apply.
Preferred Qualifications
You are:
A current undergraduate or graduate student in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field at Concordia University
Skilled in professional communication (email, phone, Zoom)
Comfortable working in CRM tools such as HubSpot (or willing to learn)
Able to organize and manage pipelines, contacts, and outreach schedules
Interested in sales, client relationship building, and/or business development
Proficient in English; French proficiency is an asset
Able to work independently and report progress clearly
How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter to: applied.ai@concordia.ca
Subject line: Sales Associate (RA) Application – AI Institute
Accommodations are available to support your success at the interview stage. Please let us know how we can mitigate barriers that would prevent you from fully participating by contacting us. Your request will be held in confidence.
Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.
Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications.