Research and Policy Analyst (One-Year Term)

Position Profile: Research and Policy Analyst (One-Year Term) Reports to: Director, Health Promotion and Prevention About the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) changes lives by bringing people and knowledge together to reduce the harms of alcohol and other drugs on society. We partner with public, private and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to improve the health and safety of people living in Canada. An NGO with a national focus, CCSA envisions a healthier Canadian society where evidence transforms approaches to substance use. Acknowledgement CCSA acknowledges that First Nations, Inuit and Métis people are the holders of Traditional Indigenous Knowledge. We respect the power of the Indigenous ways of knowing and of Traditional Indigenous Knowledge and commit to learning about and incorporating this knowledge into our work with proper guidance. About the Position Reporting to the Director, Health Promotion and Prevention, the Research and Policy Analyst (RPA) is a subject matter expert who conducts research and responds to research requests (both internal to CCSA and external) and provides research-based policy analysis relevant to CCSA’s priorities. The RPA may represent CCSA on various expert committees and working groups and provide advice on research initiatives and their impact on public policy. The RPA works in collaboration with CCSA’s external-facing divisions to communicate key messages and aid in the knowledge mobilization of research findings. Responsibilities and Accountabilities Collaborates with researchers within CCSA and other agencies to determine the nature and scope of studies required Contributes to the strategic development of CCSA’s research program in the domain of criminal justice and public safety Leads or assists in developing and implementing knowledge mobilization plans on assigned projects and initiatives Implements processes to help CCSA identify and promote important emerging areas of research Contributes to research grant proposals to gain additional research funding for CCSA Represents CCSA on expert committees and working groups and liaises with external scientific and clinical advisors Participates in continuous learning and peer-to-peer learning opportunities with colleagues, partners and networks to advance knowledge and competency of effective knowledge mobilization practices Leads collaboration efforts with a variety of partners to negotiate creative, practical and relevant approaches to knowledge mobilization for sustainable solutions and change Provides functional advice to other RPAs in conducting specific studies Determines the appropriate research methods, analytical techniques, designs, models, scope, timelines and costs of research projects Determines data or information requirements and negotiates agreements with other organizations or government bodies to obtain data Gathers information and performs appropriate quantitative analyses, qualitative analyses, or both Conducts or identifies existing research knowledge syntheses to inform policy and practice Prepares reports with conclusions, implications and recommendations or proposals for further study Prepares ethics applications and reviews research proposals from other research and policy analysts and kindred agencies Responds to requests for information and advice from other research analysts Conducts media interviews, webinars and workshops, and obtains and provides expert opinions on relevant issues Publishes in peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed journals Presents finding of research at conferences, workshops and symposia Conducts impact analyses of new research directions on existing policies and practices in the substance use and addiction fields This position profile is designed to provide an overview of the main responsibilities for the role. Other responsibilities not identified in this position profile may be assigned based on the person’s experience and operational requirements. Qualifications Masters or PhD in the health sciences, social sciences, neuroscience, population health or epidemiology Three to five years of experience conducting research in related field Experience facilitating multi-partner groups (e.g., health professionals, the public, healthcare managers and other decision makers, private industry) Understanding of aspects of knowledge mobilization (e.g., generation, synthesis, product development, knowledge translation and exchange, dissemination, management, evaluation) Familiarity with partner engagement, consultation and related data collection through a variety of mechanisms, including surveys, focus groups and social media Ability to inform the development of knowledge mobilization products, such as toolkits, learning modules, lay and research publications, and policy briefs, using feedback from knowledge users Experience working with quantitative statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R) or qualitative analysis software (e.g., MAXQDA) Fully developed analytical and reasoning skills Ability to understand, express and apply complex quantitative analyses, qualitative analyses, or both; concepts; methods; and procedures Ability to perform knowledge syntheses and critically appraise and evaluate research Strong written and oral communication skills Evidence of peer-reviewed publications and presentations at conferences Experience analyzing public policy and determining the implications of new research knowledge for application by policy makers Experience effectively liaising with local, national or international collaborators from various sectors Strong time-management skills Ability to work independently Eligible for a Government of Canada security clearance Self-motivated and demonstrates attention to detail and desire for accuracy and self-improvement Assets Experience in preparing successful grant proposals and reviewing grant proposals, particularly with federal research granting bodies (e.g., Canadian Institutes of Health Research; Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council; federal departments and agencies such as Health Canada, Department of Justice Canada and Public Safety Canada) Experience working in or with governmental, non-governmental or international organizations Bilingual in English and French Research experience in the fields of alcohol and cannabis CCSA Values CCSA is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. As an organization, we are committed to ensuring that First Nations, Inuit and Métis people and all equity-deserving groups are fully represented, including women, people of colour, people with disabilities and people who are 2SLGBTQ+. CCSA is dedicated to learning from and supporting people with lived or living experience of substance use and health. We encourage people with lived or living experience of substance use to apply to join the CCSA team. CCSA promotes the rights of all people with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and its related Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. CCSA will make appropriate accommodations on request. Please inform CCSA in advance of a request for accommodation during the recruitment process by emailing [email protected]. How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please submit a cover letter and resumé. Located in Ottawa, CCSA works within a flex-hybrid model. The successful candidate must be willing to be onsite to attend in-person activities as required. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please. #J-18808-Ljbffr