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Position Type: Full-time, Permanent Annual Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 Schedule: 37.5 hours weekly regular working hours are 9am-5pm in your local time zone (flexible) Start Date: 6 July 2026 (flexible) Location: Remote, within Canada Language: Primary working language is English; French language skills are an asset (please indicate language skills in your cover letter or resume). Reports to: Director of Education, Knowledge Mobilization, and Policy Application Deadline: 3 May 2026 11:59 PM (PT Note to Applicants: CBRC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, select, or interview job applicants. Every application is reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. Applicants' personal and identifying information is stored securely and confidentially, and is not processed through AI software. Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC) promotes the health of people of diverse sexualities and genders through research and intervention development. CBRCs core pillars community-led research, knowledge exchange, network building, and leadership development position the organization as a thought leader, transforming ideas into actions that make a difference in our communities. Our knowledge mobilization work sits at the heart of our mission: translating research, evidence, and community wisdom into resources that drive meaningful change for communities, providers, and systems. At CBRC, we believe that knowledge is power and that getting it into the right hands, in the right form, can make life better for the communities we belong to and serve. To support this, we are looking for a Senior Editor, Knowledge Mobilization who is far more than a wordsmith. This is a strategic leadership role for someone who understands that how knowledge is packaged and delivered is just as important as the knowledge itself, and who has the editorial vision, health sector expertise, and deep connection to 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities necessary to make that happen. Position Overview As part of the Knowledge Mobilization team and working in close collaboration with content developers, project managers, and our Communications team, the Senior Editor will serve as the editorial backbone for our knowledge products. You will set and uphold the standard for what we produce, ensuring that every resource, guide, brief, or module we release is not only accurate and well-written, but strategically positioned to reach the right audience, resonate deeply, and spark action. This role is for someone with a strong understanding about what makes content land, and the leadership skills and collaborative instincts to bring a whole team along with them. Reporting to the Director of Education, Knowledge Mobilization and Policy, the Senior Editor will lead CBRCs knowledge mobilization team of content developers and project managers to ensure that resources are being completed at a high quality and on time. Depending on program needs, the Senior Editor will also directly contribute to select high impact knowledge mobilization resources, demonstrating their excellent writing and content development skills. While this position is considered permanent, please note that the continuity of all roles is contingent on sustainable funding. Primary Job Responsibilities The position is responsible for the following four (4) key functions. Percentages are estimates only, and are averaged across one month. EDITORIAL LEADERSHIP (50%) Develop and steward an organizational editorial vision within CBRCs knowledge mobilization team that reflects our mandate, our values, and the communities we serve Establish and continuously refine knowledge mobilization editorial standards, style guidelines, and quality benchmarks Advise on content strategy early in the development process, helping to shape the framing, audience positioning, and narrative arc of knowledge products before a single word is written Identify gaps between what is being produced and what will actually cut through the noise, and advocate clearly for course corrections Champion plain language, accessibility, and culturally responsive communication Evaluate and guide the responsible use of emerging technologies (e.g., AI writing and editing tools) in the content development process, ensuring that human expertise, editorial judgment, and community accountability remain central to all outputs Provide substantive developmental editing across a range of knowledge products, including community-facing resources, provider practice guides, policy briefs, e-learning modules, and video scripts Review content for structural integrity, clarity, evidence base, and alignment with 2S/LGBTQIA+ affirming frameworks and community-centred approaches Move fluidly between big-picture structural feedback and precise line-level editing, depending on where a piece is in development Serve as a final editorial checkpoint in the department before products move to copyediting, design, translation, or publication Work closely with content developers to strengthen their writing and help them understand the 'why' behind editorial decisions Collaborate with project managers to build realistic timelines that account for the editorial process and protect quality at every stage Partner with the communications team to ensure editorial and design intentions, as well as distribution methods and channels, are aligned throughout production and dissemination CONTENT DEVELOPMENT (30%) Step into a content development role directly, as needed, based on team capacity and project needs, including researching for and drafting knowledge products Model the editorial and writing standards expected of the broader team through your own content contributions Stay current on 2S/LGBTQIA+ health research, discourse, and community priorities to ensure content remains timely, relevant, and grounded Coordinate engagement with key stakeholders, knowledge holders, and audiences to ensure accuracy and relevance of knowledge products STAFF SUPERVISION (15%) Supervise 3-5 direct reports via regular check in and project meetings Contribute to the onboarding, training, and capacity building of content development staff, establishing shared language and expectations Complete periodic performance management activities, including performance interventions, as scheduled Liaise with Human Resources to ensure staff HR needs are met (e.g. workplace accommodations) OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (5%) Attend and actively participate in team, department, program/project and all-staff meetings. Participate in caucuses, working groups, and committees as needed. Other duties as assigned/required. 5+ years of progressive experience in editing, content development and strategy, or knowledge mobilization, with demonstrated editorial leadership responsibility A portfolio that reflects range across formats, audiences, and levels of editorial intervention with a consistent commitment to quality and impact 2-4 years of experience directly supervising a team of 3-5 staff members Advanced 2S/LGBTQIA+ cultural competencies, often gained through lived or living experience; close connections to community, particularly experience gained while working within or in close partnership with 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities, organizations, or movements; significant knowledge of health inequities and systemic barriers and other issues facing 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities Excellent writing skills with a track record of published outputs (news and journal articles, policy briefs, community health promotion content) Experience working on, within or alongside the health or public health sector, with fluency in health evidence and the ability to translate complex clinical or research content for diverse audiences Other Competencies & Qualifications (assets) Ability to work in French. Exceptional editorial judgment, meaning you know when content is working and when its not, and can articulate why content isnt working and what needs to change Strong developmental editing skills alongside precise copy-level attention to detail The ability to hold a strategic view of a content portfolio while staying engaged in the details of individual pieces A collaborative leadership style that builds trust with writers Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to make confident editorial calls in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment Familiarity with plain language principles, accessibility standards, and inclusive and affirming language practices for 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities A critical and informed approach to emerging technologies, including AI tools; understanding both their utility and limitations, and ensuring human direction, cultural accountability, and editorial integrity at the centre of all content processes Experience with knowledge mobilization specifically, understanding the distinct challenge of moving knowledge from research or practice into usable, actionable form Interest in and knowledge on emerging media, platforms, and knowledge mobilization pathways (e.g., video shorts, search platform AI summaries) Familiarity with Canadian health policy contexts A sophisticated understanding of knowledge mobilization audiences (e.g., communities, clinicians, policymakers) and ability to tailor editorial guidance accordingly Generous vacation time, personal days, and other leave policies Extended health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and Long-Term Disability Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Remote and hybrid work arrangement Kind and supportive team How to apply Please email your application to Human Resources at and include the job you are applying for in the subject line. All applicants are required to provide a cover letter, resume, and a portfolio of 4-5 samples of their work. We acknowledge the copyright of the work you submit. It will be used only for candidate screening and selection. Submit samples as attachments or provide a link to a digital portfolio. Include at least two (2) samples you directly produced and two (2) items you edited. A variety of media are welcome; strong written samples are recommended. Please avoid submitting academic papers. Accessibility If this process presents barriers, please get in touch via email with the subject line Access: Senior Editor or call us (604-568-7478) to leave a voicemail to discuss alternative formats for submitting an application. Equity CBRC believes in work led by and for the community. As part of our commitment to employment equity, we encourage applications from Indigenous, Black and people of colour (IBPOC) individuals, Two-Spirit people, queer, trans and non-binary people, people living with HIV, people living with Hepatitis C, disabled people, 2S/LGBTQIA+ women, and other people with fabulous and diverse identities and experiences. CBRC acknowledges that not everyone is able to publicly disclose these identities, and we do not expect that employees will disclose this in the course of their work. At CBRC, we recognize that some applicants have experienced barriers to traditional educational and employment opportunities. We consider various combinations of education, employment, volunteer, and lived experience and encourage applicants to highlight these experiences in their cover letter and resume. About CBRC Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC) promotes the health of people of diverse sexualities and genders through research and intervention development. #J-18808-Ljbffr