Research Associate

1 month ago


Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY Full time

Job Title: Research Associate - Knowledge Mobilization

Job Summary:

The Research Associate - Knowledge Mobilization will play a key role in the Future Harvest Partnership, a multi-year collaboration between Wilfrid Laurier University, the Territorial Agrifood Association, and the Government of the Northwest Territories. The successful candidate will work closely with the project team to develop and implement knowledge mobilization strategies, engage with stakeholders, and disseminate research findings to support the development of a climate-resilient local food system.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage a public-facing project website to showcase research findings and project activities.
  • Work with researchers and stakeholders to synthesize research findings and develop tailored communication products to maximize research use and impact.
  • Liaise with the Research Team to coordinate the publishing of open-access papers, reports, discussion papers, and policy briefs.
  • Identify opportunities to support research, strengthen collaborations, and promote co-created research outputs using various communication tools.
  • Develop communications resources for project partners and stakeholders.
  • Communicate regularly with the Communications Strategist and core partners to deliver reports and engaging content about ongoing research and key findings.
  • Coordinate media interviews for the Principal Investigator, Co-Investigators, project partners, and collaborators.
  • Plan and execute NWT-based community events and workshops to promote research findings and engage stakeholders.
  • Disseminate materials and resources on behalf of the Research Team and project partners.
  • Monitor and report on community engagement and research impact.

Qualifications:

  • Undergraduate degree in Communications Studies, Education, or a relevant subject area.
  • Experience working in a collaborative environment.


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