Chief Research Officer - Remote

Overview

The Conference Board of Canada (CBoC) is the nation’s largest independent applied research organization offering unbiased, evidence-based information and analysis to both industry, NGOs and federal/provincial governments. We have one of the country’s largest private economic analysis and forecasting teams and are widely recognized for expert economic forecasting, modeling, and leading analysis. CBoC undertakes research to address the most pressing issues in Innovation and Technology, Human Capital, Sustainability, Immigration, Indigenous and Northern Communities, Education and Skills, and Health. Our social science research provides actionable pathways to solutions. Simply put, we deliver insights that help Canada’s leaders cut through the noise and make informed decisions.

In Short

• Seeking a Chief Research Officer to join Executive Team.
• Responsible for defining and driving the organization's research agenda.
• Must be an expert in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Must be comfortable working remotely from a home office in Canada.
• Requires strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Lead Impact Strategy and Knowledge Management teams.
• Ensure research quality and compliance with ethical standards.
• Collaborate with HR for research competence measures.
• Oversee the development of research education curriculum.
• Maintain strategic partnerships with academic institutions.

Requirements

• Ph.D. preferred or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• 15+ years of leadership experience and proven team management abilities.
• Strong methodological expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Ability to teach research methodologies.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of ethical research practices.
• Must have a productive home office environment.

Benefits

• Work from home anywhere across Canada with a budget to set up your home office.
• Healthcare benefits from Day One, including a $2,500 benefit for mental health services.
• 20 days annual vacation, plus holidays and closures for work-life balance.
• Defined benefit pension plan with a 5% match from Day One.
• Employee Family Assistance Program for support during challenging times.
• Maternity and parental leave top-up plan.