[homeles_ot-l] FW: CCPA Job Posting: Inequality Researcher

[Lynne Browne]

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From: Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
[mailto:newsletters at policyalternatives.ca] 
Sent: September 26, 2007 3:49 PM
To: lbrowne at ysb.on.ca
Subject: CCPA Job Posting: Inequality Researcher

 

HYPERLINK "http://www.policyalternatives.ca/index.cfm"Canadian Centre for
Policy Alternatives

September 26, 2007


Job Posting 


Title: Inequality Researcher

The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives is seeking a Researcher for its
Inequality Project. The position involves a combination of research and
writing, data and policy analysis, and communications work. The Researcher
will undertake a variety of short- and long-term research projects related
to the Inequality Project. We are looking for an individual of exceptional
skill, energy and commitment to be part of this unique groundbreaking
project. 

Skills and Qualifications:

The position requires a strong background in data and policy analysis in the
areas of income distribution, labour markets and/or social and economic
policy. Candidates must be able to demonstrate research experience in this
area, with a strong (graduate level) academic background in a relevant field
of study. Other skills include:

* background in quantitative methods and statistics; 
* strong computer skills;
* excellent written and oral communication skills, including public
speaking; experience, popular/accessible as well as academic writing skills;
experience giving media interviews is an asset;
* demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as part
of a team, in an environment that is frequently working to deadlines with
quick turnaround;
* fluency in French is an asset. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities include:

* work collaboratively with the Inequality Team to develop and/or undertake
in-depth original research;
* research and write policy briefs, research papers, and studies;
* write articles and opinion pieces for newspapers, the CCPA Monitor, a
regular blog, and other publications;
* monitor and analyze federal and provincial public policy and trends with
respect to income inequality;
* provide information and comment to media (press, radio and TV interviews);

* prepare materials for and undertake public speaking engagements about
income inequality;
* provide support for project coordination and fundraising efforts. 

This position may be at the researcher or senior researcher level, depending
on the applicant. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Application Deadline: October 15, 2007

Inquire and/or send applications to:
Trish Hennessy
Director, Inequality Project
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
2 Carlton Street, Suite 1001
Toronto Ontario
M5B 1J3
Tel: 416-263-9896 

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