Social Studies Specialist
About The Position
The Social Studies Specialist will design, plan, and implement social science research projects relevant to the Department of Environment, Wildlife & Research's mandate and Inuit priorities. This role involves collaborating with Nunavik communities and organizations to support their research initiatives, ensuring Inuit self-determination and ethical research practices. The specialist will create research tools, analyze data, and prepare reports, presentations, and publications. Additionally, they will advise on integrating Inuit knowledge with western science, build partnerships, and provide social science expertise to inform policy development. Travel may be required, and other related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Anthropology, Sociology, or a closely related social science discipline
- Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience conducting social science research, preferably in Indigenous contexts
- Experience in developing and implementing ethical research protocols and engaging with Inuit (or Indigenous) knowledge holders
- Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French
- Effective Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Experience in community-based research, participatory research, or co-management initiatives
- Experience working directly with Nunavik communities or other Arctic regions is a significant asset
- Experience with project management, funding application, and report writing
- Understanding of Inuit culture, values and history, particularly within Nunavik
- Strong qualitative and/or mixed-methods research skills
- Interpersonal communication (oral and written), and facilitation skills, with a proven ability to build rapport and trust across diverse groups
- Knowledge of Indigenous data sovereignty principles
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Security clearance is required
Responsibilities
- Design, plan, and implement social science research projects relevant to the Department of Environment, Wildlife & Research's mandate and Inuit priorities
- Collaborate with Nunavik communities and organisations to support their research initiatives, ensuring Inuit self-determination and ethical research practices
- Create research tools such as interview guides and surveys to gather data and Inuit knowledge
- Analyze qualitative and quantitative data, and prepare reports, presentations, and publications
- Advice on methods to integrate Inuit knowledge with western science
- Build partnership with community members, local and regional organisations to advance research projects
- Provide social science expertise to inform policy development such as management plans, strategies or any other decision-making process
- Be available to travel, as requested
- Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor
Benefits
- Simplified Pension Plan: Employer Contribution 7%
- Group Insurance: Life, LTD, Health, & Dental
- Vacation: Starting at 20 days
- Gas Allowance: To a max. of $3,500
- Sick Days: 15 days
- Travel Benefit: To a max. of $25,000
- Isolation Premium: To a max. of $20,800
- Housing Allowance: To a max. of $12,000
- Cargo Allowance: To a max. of $6,500
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
