Knowledge Synthesis Specialist

Union/Affiliation:
Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range:
$79,884 to $95,287 annually
SFU Department Descr:
Vice President, Research & Innovation
Position Grade:
9
# of openings:
1
Biweekly Hours:
72

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation (VPRI) serves to encourage, facilitate, administer and promote research at SFU; advocate for university research generally; and guide policy development at university and government levels.

About the Role

The Knowledge Synthesis Specialist facilitates evidence synthesis projects to deliver actionable insights for diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, enabling informed decision-making. This role provides expert scientific and technical guidance, defines project scope and resource needs, and ensures quality assurance processes. By conducting evidence synthesis, engaging stakeholders, and translating complex research into accessible formats, this position ensures high-quality outputs that align with stakeholders priorities and strategic goals.

Tagged as: evidence synthesis, knowledge synthesis, policy development, Research