Employment Status Regular Time Type Full time Build a World Class Team Starts With You At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It has been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years, from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today. Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products – from everyday household items to leading‑edge technology – to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact. Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work we do. We’re looking for people like you to help make it happen. Job Summary This role is pivotal in shaping the Public Policy Centre’s research agenda through high‑quality economic analysis, quantitative modeling, and policy evaluation. The position will lead and contribute to high‑impact research projects, translate complex economic insights into actionable policy recommendations, and engage with policymakers, media, and other stakeholders. It will collaborate across teams, contribute to publications and knowledge sharing, and foster a dynamic and collaborative research environment. Résumé du poste Ce poste joue un rôle central dans l'élaboration du programme de recherche du Centre des politiques publiques grâce à des analyses économiques de haute qualité, à la modélisation quantitative et à l'évaluation des politiques. Il dirigera et contribuera à des projets de recherche à fort impact, traduira des analyses économiques complexes en recommandations politiques concrètes et dialoguera avec les décideurs politiques, les médias et d'autres parties prenantes. Il collaborera avec les différentes équipes et contribuera aux publications et au partage des connaissances, favorisant ainsi un environnement de recherche dynamique et collaboratif. Principal Duties And Responsibilities Understanding the Business Demonstrates broad knowledge of CSA Standards offerings Understands the CSA Group value proposition and identifies business opportunities in the Public Policy strategic plan for Canada, driving and closing those opportunities in support of CSA Standards. Working Well With Others Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary researchers and external partners. Contributes to multi‑stakeholder consultations, roundtables, workshops and conferences. Develops and maintains strong working relationships with external stakeholders engaged in policy domains across government, industry and academia. Works closely with other standards team members and corporate functions. Delivering Results Research and Analysis Conducts empirical economic research on topics such as health and social policy, labour markets, productivity, taxation, innovation, housing, climate economics or fiscal policy. Designs and executes quantitative analyses using microdata, administrative data or macroeconomic datasets. Develops economic models or simulations to assess policy impacts. Monitors economic trends and emerging policy issues relevant to the Policy Centre’s mandate. Publications & Communication Produces high‑quality research outputs, including reports, briefing notes, policy papers, blog posts and op‑eds. Presents research findings to policymakers, partner organizations, stakeholders and public audiences. Translates technical economic concepts into accessible insights for non‑expert audiences. Thought Leadership Provides expert commentary to media upon request. Represents the organization in academic, policy, and public forums. Helps shape the strategic direction of the research program. Other duties as required. Education And Experience Master’s degree or PhD in Economics, Public Policy, Applied Economics, or a related field. 5‑7 years of work‑related experience. Strong grounding in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, or public finance. Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous quantitative analysis using statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, Python). Excellent writing skills, with experience producing policy‑relevant research. Ability to communicate complex economic concepts clearly to diverse audiences. Fluency in French is required for candidates hired for our Quebec office. Fluency in English is required to meet the needs of our clients outside Quebec. Preferred Prior experience in a think tank, academic research centre, government department, or international organization. Familiarity with Canadian policy issues (or relevant regional context). Experience accessing and working with large datasets. Comfort engaging with media or public audiences. Salary Range The typical hiring range for this position is $98,490 – $129,270 CAD gross annually. The actual base pay offered will depend on factors such as education, licenses, certifications and experience. Permanent employees in this position may be eligible for the annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements. Ce Que Nous Offrons Un environnement de travail dynamique : participez à des projets qui ont un impact mondial. Possibilités de croissance : travaillez avec une équipe diversifiée et des parties prenantes issues de différents secteurs d'activité. Les candidats maîtrisant le français feront l'objet d'une attention particulière. CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. Please contact us if you require accommodation in the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr