Research and Policy Analyst

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Muscular Dystrophy Canada Full time

**We are growing our Research team**

Join a team of dedicated colleagues and volunteers in making a difference in our community by breaking down barriers and increasing access to research concepts for individuals, families and groups affected by neuromuscular disorders.

**We can offer you**:
Full time employment

Competitive salary

Employer paid benefits package with Health Spending account

Matching Pension contributions

Career growth opportunities

Amazing colleagues who want you to succeed and will support you every step of the way

**What we need from you**:
Energy, a positive attitude and team spirit

Superior communication skills with the ability to relay complex concepts to a lay audience

Strong interpersonal skills that foster positive, respectful and inclusive relationships with our stakeholders

Comfort in communicating with and facilitating large groups of people

Excellent organizational and problem solving skills

Sound knowledge base in research impact evaluation

Familiarity with stakeholder engagement, consultation and related data collection through a variety of mechanisms, including surveys, focus groups and social media

**Role Responsibilities**:

- Conduct evidence reviews and jurisdictional scans, analyze research, identify key messages, and translate findings into accessible information and products for target audiences and decision-making
- Author, co-author, edit and produce diverse communications
- Lead qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Interpret quantitative and qualitative data, identify significant results and/or themes, draw conclusions and develop evidence based products and makes evidence-based recommendations
- Conduct webinars and roundtable activities from planning to evaluation, targeting the public, clinicians, researchers, volunteers, donors, supporters, and Muscular Dystrophy Canada colleagues
- Write and edit lay friendly research stories and content about neuromuscular disorders research
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop videos, graphics and other collateral and ensure overall quality, consistency, and effectiveness of complex communication materials
- Provide data and information to support the development of donor communications
- Track outcomes of research interactions, investments and support collection of data for measures and key performance indicators
- Act as staff support to MDC collaborations (i.e. the Neuromuscular Disease Network for Canada)
- Support planning of annual neuromuscular conference

Minimum bachelor’s degree in health sciences or strong demonstrable understanding of the field; Preferred Masters degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., health sciences, public health, policy, adult education)

2+ years’ experience in health science communication

Experience conducting knowledge translation work in a health charity, public health or government setting is an asset.

**How to apply**:
Please submit the following:

- Cover letter with a description of previous and current research, and how your skillset fits the profile of this position.
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- 2‐3 samples of scholarly writing (published, under review or in preparation where you are the first author) and/or knowledge translation products.
- The name of 2 references.
- Muscular Dystrophy Canada is committed to employment equity, especially for persons with disabilities. We support equal opportunity and advancement in accordance with competence for all employees._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Muscular Dystrophy Canada is currently working in a hybrid model with remote and in person work.

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON

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