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    Research and Innovation Specialist
    Associate Director, Innovation and Evidence in Practice

    We partner with public, private and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to improve the health and safety of people living in Canada.

    The Innovation and Evidence in Practice team's objective is to produce meaningful impact by:

    Developing and disseminating innovative approaches to evidence-based research and product dissemination; Transforming evidence and experiences into training and implementation that strengthens knowledge, change and supports among various audiences.

    Under the guidance of the Associate Director of Innovation and Evidence in Practice, the Research and Innovation Specialist will conduct evidence-based research, develop knowledge mobilization products, work with partners, contribute to team proposal writing and support the team in the development of resources for training and education purposes.

    The Research and Innovation Specialist may represent CCSA at meetings, committees or working groups and provide advice on current initiatives and their impact on different groups.

    With support from the Associate Director and internal teams, this role will also engage in new initiatives, including responding to changing needs of communities, partners and emerging gaps in substance use and health issues.

    Plans, leads and conducts multiple research and knowledge mobilization projects. This may include determining study design, data sources and analyses, or developing and implementing knowledge mobilization plans, and managing scope, timelines and costs of projects
    Works with CCSA colleagues to interpret and summarize research findings for knowledge mobilization plans, products, tools and activities to inform practice, policy and program development
    Contributes to and writes sections of research proposals or grants to gain additional project funding for CCSA
    Presents research or knowledge products, such as conferences, symposia, partner meetings, workshops, adapting presentation and style to audience
    Supports project management activities, including co-ordinating project work, collaborating with colleagues and identifying deliverables, timelines, risks, budgets and partner engagement
    Schedules, organizes and attends all project development meetings and events, assisting in ensuring appropriate attendees are present and preparing materials, presentations and documents
    Uses and maximizes CCSA's partner management system and network to maintain strong partner relationships and support the growth of new project opportunities
    Responsible for all inside project development efforts, including responding to and following up on inquiries and maintaining engagement
    Identifies potential risks and benefits for projects, and liaises with the team to resolve problems
    Develops and researches products that support or can be used as educating and training materials for different audience
    Master degree or PhD in the health sciences, social sciences, neuroscience, population health, epidemiology or area related to the substance use field
    Ability to conduct evidence-based research, interpret and identify key results from health and other research, and summarize findings in plain language (presentations and writing)
    Strong writing skills with the ability to explain complex research findings and prepare knowledge mobilization products in a clear and concise manner (e.g., Familiarity with partner engagement, consultation and related data collection methods through various mechanisms, including surveys, focus groups and social media
    Ability to understand, express and apply quantitative, qualitative or both analyses concepts, methods and procedures
    Demonstrated excellence in project- and time-management skills to meet deadlines and deliver results
    Assets
    Experience working in or with governmental, non-governmental or international organizations
    Experience in preparing successful funding or grant proposals and reviewing proposals, particularly with federal research granting bodies (e.g., Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council and federal departments and agencies such as Health Canada)
    Knowledge of considerations for sex, gender, equity and diversity best practices
    Bilingualism in English and French
    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, Métis and Inuit people and all equity-deserving groups are fully represented, including women, people of colour, people with disabilities and people who are 2SLGBTQ+.

    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 .

    A trusted counsel, we provide national guidance to decision makers by harnessing the power of research, curating knowledge and bringing together diverse perspectives.

    Spécialiste, Recherche et innovation
    Directeur associé, Innovation et données en pratique

    Le CCDUS est une ONG d'envergure nationale dont la vision parle d'une société canadienne en santé dans laquelle les données probantes transforment les approches concernant la consommation de substances.

    L'équipe Innovation et données en pratique a comme but de générer des retombées concrètes avec ces actions :
    ~ Définir et faire connaître des façons novatrices d'aborder la recherche factuelle et la diffusion des produits; .

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