The Social Research and Demonstration Corporation is a non-profit organization primarily involved in the design, research, and evaluation of social programs and policies. Since 1991, we have been building a base of knowledge and experience about what works in employment, education, health, and social policy. While SRDC is recognized across Canada, and internationally, as a leader in the design, implementation, and evaluation of large-scale demonstration projects, we also conduct program evaluation, impact analysis, and cost–benefit analysis for a wide range of government and non-governmental organizations, in particular those involved in the delivery of services to economically disadvantaged populations.

SRDC is seeking a dynamic full-time researcher with a strong interest in employment and labour market policy. The successful candidate will contribute to several studies and innovative policy research initiatives in areas such as: essential skills training, adult learning, youth employment, labour market integration of people with disabilities, career education programs for high school students, labour market integration of immigrants or long-term social assistance recipients.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• developing research instruments and protocols;
• conducting literature and document reviews;
• analyzing and interpreting quantitative data; conducting regression analysis;
• data organization and management;
• participating in the design of logic models and evaluation frameworks;
• contributing to presentations and reports on research findings; and
• developing evaluation and research proposals in response to specific client needs.

Candidate qualifications:

• a post-graduate degree in social sciences (with courses in economics and applied research methods) combined with some experience in an applied research environment;
• knowledge of federal and provincial labour market programs;
• strong knowledge of statistical techniques;
• experience using statistical programming tools to analyze microdata files;
• experience designing evaluation frameworks and survey instruments;
• strong writing skills; ability to present research results clearly and concisely;
• capable of working in a self-directed manner as well as collaborating in a team environment; and
• capacity to work in both official languages is considered an asset.

We take pride in our employees and in their commitment to excellence. Our reputation for professionalism, rigorous ethical standards, integrity, quality, and objectivity is based in no small part on our high-calibre staff. We offer our employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package as well as a stimulating work environment and a collegial approach to doing challenging work.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter providing a short description of their research interests and skills, explaining how they relate to SRDC’s mission statement and research priorities.

This position may be located in our Ottawa or Vancouver offices. Candidates should indicate their preference for one location or another on their application. Candidates may be required to write a knowledge and ability test as part of the selection process.

Please submit applications by April 6, 2015 to:

Elizabeth Rodgers
Director, Human Resources and Corporate Services
Social Research and Demonstration Corporation
55, Murray Street, Suite 400
Ottawa (Ontario)  K1N 5M3
E-mail: hr@srdc.org