Open To:

All employees of the Public Service of Canada including federal agencies (Separate Employers) and the general public.

Salary and Benefits:

CIHR offers attractive benefits. The salary will be based on the individual's qualifications and experience. The salary range for this position is $82,369 to $98,843 per annum with eligibility for performance pay.

Merit Criteria

Essential Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate degree from a recognized university in a relevant field of study and an acceptable combination of training and experience.

Experience:

• At least 5 years experience working in a knowledge translation related area in a health research, policy, community, academic, voluntary and/or private sector environment.
• Knowledge and experience in the development of knowledge translation policies, programs and practices.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian health research landscape, particularly as it relates to knowledge translation, which includes commercialization.

Asset Qualifications

• Working knowledge of CIHR, the federal government and key organizations involved in knowledge translation, health research and science and technology.
• A post-graduate degree (Masters) would be considered an asset.

Language Requirements:

Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information Notes:

1. One position is currently available; a list of pre-qualified candidates may be established for future staffing should a position become vacant.
2. Candidates must clearly demonstrate in writing that they meet all of the above merit criteria. Failure to do so may result in your application not receiving further consideration.
3. If you have been tested for the Second Language Evaluation, please include with your application a copy of your most recent Second Language Evaluation results from the Public Service Commission of Canada.
4. Send your application via e-mail to: hr-rh@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
   Quote selection process number: CRI-10-0208 (INV)
5. Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent; we would like to thank all candidates who apply. Only those selected for an exam/interview will be contacted.
6. A written examination may be administered.
7. As an equal opportunity employer, the CIHR is committed to accommodating the needs of persons with disabilities. If you have any health or physical limitations, which may adversely affect your performance during any phase of the appointment process, please identify any accommodation needed.
8. The CIHR is a federal agency (Separate Employer) and does not fall under the Public Service Employment Act.
9. Candidates must agree to relocate to the National Capital Region. Interviews and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.

Role Profile

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