Strategic Housing Research Specialist

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Paid vacation

Performance incentive

Group insurance plan

Training and mentorship

Inclusive workplace culture

Indigenous accommodation opportunities

Job summary

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is seeking a Specialist in Strategic Research to lead high-impact housing research, deliver evidence-based insights, and advise government and industry partners. You will translate data into actionable strategies and work with multidisciplinary teams to advance housing policies.

The role focuses on quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method approaches, stakeholder collaboration, and communicating findings to diverse audiences across CMHC and

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in economics, finance, urban planning or related field.
• At least five years of applied housing research experience.
• Experience designing and managing research projects with timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous housing research using quantitative, qualitative, and/or mixed methods.
• Monitor trends and opportunities in Canadian and international housing landscapes.
• Engage clients to develop relevant research agendas addressing priority policy questions.
• Identify and recommend strategic research opportunities aligned with priorities.
• Prepare reports, briefing materials and presentations for decision-making.
• Translate findings into clear messages for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Oversee external research consultants to ensure timely, high-quality outputs.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Research design

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Education

Postgraduate degree in economics/finance/urban planning/public administration or related

Tools

R

Python

GIS

Job description

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is seeking a Specialist in Strategic Research to lead high-impact housing research, deliver evidence-based insights, and advise government and industry partners. You will translate data into actionable strategies and work with multidisciplinary teams to advance housing policies.

The role focuses on quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method approaches, stakeholder collaboration, and communicating findings to diverse audiences across CMHC and