Economist

At BioTalent Canada, we help shape the future of Canada's bioeconomy by strengthening the people, skills, and workforce solutions that help the sector grow.

We are looking for an Economist to help advance BioTalent Canada’s labour market intelligence and insights that support workforce development across Canada's bioeconomy. The successful candidate will lead applied economic and labour market analysis, interpret complex labour market trends, and translate findings into practical insights that inform research, communications, and organizational decision-making.

This is a strategic research and analysis role for someone who enjoys connecting data, evidence, and workforce challenges to support meaningful outcomes. The Economist will collaborate with internal teams, industry partners, and workforce development councils while serving as BioTalent Canada's subject matter expert in labour market economics.

BioTalent Canada is proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work, a Best Workplace in Healthcare, a 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Employer, and an Employer of Choice. These recognitions reflect the culture our team has built together and the standards we strive to model across Canada's bioeconomy.

The person who will thrive in this role will bring:

• Expertise in economics, labour market research, or workforce development
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• A collaborative approach to working with internal teams, industry partners, and external consultants
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Curiosity, adaptability, and an interest in leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, to support research and innovation

If you are excited by the opportunity to support labour market insights through research, data, and economic analysis while contributing to a purpose-driven, people-first organization, we would like to hear from you. To read more about BioTalent Canada and this role, please apply at the link provided.