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The Paqqjamik Naalangniq, Nunavut SPOR Support Unit (NU SPOR), hosted by Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre is hiring a Policy Research Advisor to help strengthen Inuit-led, patient-oriented research across Nunavut.

The successful applicant will be working with our dynamic and creative team in Iqaluit and across Nunavut to lead research, policy and program initiatives to fulfill the mandate of the Nunavut SPOR SUPPORT Unit. The incumbent is responsible for the development and implementation of methods related to health program research and policy evaluation in collaboration with community-oriented partners across Nunavut.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage communities and partners to support NU SPOR research initiatives.
• Conduct literature reviews, interviews, surveys, and sharing circles.
• Support data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings.
• Draft research and policy materials, including briefs, summaries, and funding proposals.
• Coordinate project logistics and ensure compliance with ethical and cultural protocols.
• Provide updates, reports, and strategic support to the NU SPOR team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of residency in Nunavut; beneficiaries and long-term Nunavummiut prioritized.
• Postsecondary education in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of Inuit culture, community contexts, and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods; ability to analyze and synthesize information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Inuktitut language skills are an asset.
• Excellent planning, organization, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively, adapt to diverse community contexts, and use a strengths-based approach.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and general computer applications.

How to Apply:

Submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to hiring@qhrc.ca. Include "Policy Research Advisor" in the subject line of your email.

To request a copy of the full job description, please contact hiring@qhrc.ca

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application deadline: Position will remain open until filled.

The Paqqjamik Naalangniq, Nunavut SPOR Support Unit, hosted by Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre is hiring a Community Coordinator to help strengthen Inuit-led, patient-oriented research across Nunavut.

The Community Coordinator will work closely with community members, researchers, and health system partners to support relationship-building, engagement, and communications that ensure Inuit voices and priorities guide all research activities.

Location: Iqaluit or other Nunavut community.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate community outreach and engagement activities across Nunavut
• Support knowledge sharing between communities, researchers, and health partners
• Assist with event planning, communications, and project coordination
• Promote ethical research grounded in Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit

Qualifications

• Experience working in or with Nunavut communities
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills
• Passion for community wellbeing and Inuit self-determination in research
• Inuktitut language skills are a strong asset

To Apply:

Submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to hiring@qhrc.ca Include "Community Coordinator – Paqqijamik Naalangniq, Nunavut SPOR Support Unit" in the subject line of your email.

Application deadline: Position will remain open until filled.

Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre is hiring a Program Evaluator and Data Analyst to support community-led health research and program evaluation across Nunavut. Based in Iqaluit, this role contributes to data collection, analysis, reporting, and proposal development in support of Inuit wellbeing and community wellness.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and summarize data from community health programs
• Contribute to research and evaluation proposals and reporting
• Work with Qaujigiartiit’s team and partners to support evaluation across Nunavut
• Travel to communities as needed to support community-led research

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, research, or project coordination
• Strong writing and organizational skills
• Familiarity with Nunavut’s communities and health systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Lived in Nunavut for at least three years
• Inuktitut is an asset
• Criminal record check required
• Inuit beneficiaries and long-term Nunavummiut will be prioritized

To Apply
Send your resume and a one-page cover letter to hiring@qhrc.ca and reference "Program Evaluator and Data Analyst" in the subject line.

The Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre is seeking dedicated individuals to join its Ethics Katimajiit!

This is a community-based research ethics review board tasked with reviewing research projects at our centre. Your life experience in Nunavut is what we value most—no prior experience in research ethics is necessary and all training is provided. The only requirement is that members must be tied to and care about our communities.

For more information please contact: ethics.katimajiit@qhrc.ca