Arija Batura

Arija Batura is the Director, Academic Administration Engagement at Mitacs, where she has contributed to the organization’s growth for over 16 years. In this relatively new role, a key focus includes the strategic engagement of research administrators in the adoption and feedback of our new platform to ensure a seamless academic administration experience. Previously, Arija had overseen the service delivery department of nearly 60 individuals who manage applications and awards, while providing client service and support to applicants and administrators. With her experience in administration and change management, Arija is dedicated to optimizing operational efficiency and enhancing the service delivery of Mitacs’ programs.