Do you have a deep commitment to forest conservation, paired with a talent for leading research projects and strategic thinking?
We’ve got the perfect role for you! Join Canopy as our Research Strategic Lead — aka the "Curious Fox" — and help drive impactful research that protects the world’s forests while making a meaningful difference and enjoying the journey!
Location
Remote (within a four-hour time zone of PST)
Position Type
Full Time
Reports To
Director of Impact
Start Date
ASAP
Compensation
CAD $120K-160K
Deadline for Applications
Until Filled
Role Overview
As Canopy's Curious Fox (Research Strategic Lead), you'll guide our research initiatives to save the world’s most critical forests. Your role will be pivotal in developing strategic research that influences global conservation efforts, using your sharp insights to drive impactful campaigns. You’ll bring together your science and conservation networks to amplify our research reach, lead the charge on groundbreaking forest solutions, and mentor the next generation of conservation researchers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with the Impact team to define goals and carve out research strategies that guide our campaigns.
- Lead, coach, and grow our Senior Researcher while overseeing cross-functional research projects.
- Utilize tools like ForestMapper and the EcoPaper Database to harness insights that challenge misleading environmental narratives.
- Partner with scientists and research institutions to produce cutting-edge conservation research.
- Share findings with teams and partners, transforming complex research into actionable insights and accessible storytelling.
What We’re Looking For:
- A Master's degree in a related field (Environmental Science, Forestry, Ecology, etc.).
- Five or more years of leading research projects, with experience in strategy, team management, and collaboration.
- Expertise in data analysis, research design, and making numbers talk to all audiences.
- Strong knowledge of forest conservation, climate change, biodiversity, and Indigenous land rights.
- Proficiency with research tools, databases, and software (mapping tools, GIS, etc.).
- Excellent communication skills, team spirit, and a great sense of humour!
How to Apply:
1. Complete an exercise
Can you describe a time when you designed and led a research project? How did you plan the process, identify the key research questions, and handle any challenges along the way? What was the outcome? (300-500 words max)
2. Send us a Cover Letter and CV
Send us a Cover Letter and CV detailing why you’re the perfect fit for this role, addressed to the hiring panel, along with the exercise above and email to chiefcharmer@canopyplanet.org and mark the subject line “Curious Fox!”
There are few environmental organizations that can match Canopy in its unflinching commitment to saving the world’s forests and the many species that depend on them, while having the pragmatic acumen necessary to help companies do better by those forests.
- Margaret Atwood
Novelist, Poet, and Literary Critic
Canopy is a solutions-driven not-for-profit environmental organization dedicated to protecting forests, species, and climate. For 25 years, Canopy has been a driving force in transforming wood-based supply chains — including publishing, packaging, and textiles — to eliminate fibre coming from the world's most critical forests and ensure a livable planet for all.
Canopy embraces equity and diversity and is committed to a workplace that is enriched by the people, needs, and desires of our diverse community. We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who successfully secure an interview.
Canopy offers a competitive salary range. New Canopals can expect a salary typically within the lower half of the range, reflecting our commitment to equitable compensation practices. We believe in fostering a supportive work environment where employees can thrive. We also offer comprehensive benefits packages, professional development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture dedicated to environmental conservation. At Canopy, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our team members, ensuring they have the resources and support needed to excel in their roles and contribute meaningfully to our mission.
