Job Description:

Reports to:  The Nunavik Research Centre Manager in the Department of Environment, Wildlife and Research

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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Benefits:

All marginal benefits available to employees of the Corporation as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual such as:

 

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