Richard McCulloch. PhD, MBA in

Richard McCulloch. PhD, MBA

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Executive Director, Research Services at Toronto Metropolitan University
📍 Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Richard McCulloch is the Executive Director of Research Services at Toronto Metropolitan University. He is a strategic leader focused on expanding the universitys research enterprise by maximizing funding opportunities. With a PhD in Molecular Biology and an MBA, he is described by colleagues as committed, hardworking, and driven.

His academic background includes significant research in molecular and cellular biology at the University Health Network, contributing to multiple publications on topics such as the DNA damage response.

He has a keen interest in the intersection of academic research and industry, particularly in the biopharmaceutical sector.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Executive Director, Research Services
Job Level
Senior
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Personality Overview

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They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting information. They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.

Priorities

Topics Richard cares about

Research Funding Strategy
In his executive role, he provides leadership and direction to maximize the university's participation and success in securing research funding from various sources.
Building Research Teams
He frequently posts about opportunities to join his team, indicating a focus on recruiting skilled research facilitators and grants officers to support institutional growth.
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Career

Work history

2-2020
Executive Director, Research Services
Toronto Metropolitan University
9-2019 - 1-2020
Interim Director, Research Services
Ryerson University
9-2012 - 8-2019
Research Facilitator
Ryerson University
6-2012 - 9-2012
Research Associate Intern in VP's Office of Research and Innovation
Ryerson University
6-2006 - 2-2010
Research Associate/Fellow
University Health Network
In the press

Media appearances

Let's Talk: Planning Your Research Program. Featured in Toronto Metropolitan University – Research News & Events
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The Office of the Vice‑President, Research and Innovation Announces Leadership Changes. Featured in Toronto Metropolitan University – News & Events
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Education
2011 - 2012
MBA
Ryerson University
1999 - 2006
Ph.D.
University of Guelph
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