APTPUO - Winter 2027 - API5136E

Course Details

Course: Research Methods for Public Policy (API5136E)

Faculty: Faculté des sciences sociales / Faculty of Social Sciences

Academic Unit: Affaires publiques et internationales / Public and International Affairs

Academic Period: 2027 Winter Semester

Location: Main Campus

Course Schedule: Thursday 17:30-20:30

Expected Enrolment: 40

Number of Credits: 3

Work Hours: 39

Language of Instruction: English

Course Description

Introduction to the various methods used in policy research and to the use of multivariate quantitative methods to conduct a research project. Research design, data sources and analysis. The qualitative methods examined include the use of focus groups and interviews; quantitative methods include simple and multiple regression, logistic regression, and factor analysis.

Position Details

Position Type: Professeur à temps-partiel régulier / Regular Part-Time Professor

Posting Type: Régulier / Regular

Course Type: D

Competence in Second Language: Active

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a social science discipline, with demonstrated expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Experience teaching qualitative and quantitative research methods for social science research or public policy analysis is an asset.
• Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research or policy analysis in a professional setting (e.g., government department, international organization, policy think tank, or non-governmental organization) is an asset.
• Familiarity with research methods commonly used in the fields of public policy, international affairs, or security and defence studies is an asset.

Additional Information

An acceptable level of education and/or experience could be viewed as being equivalent to the educational required and/or demonstrated experience. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any adaptive measures you might require. Information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence. Employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training. The list of training may be modified by provincial law.

The hiring process will be governed by the current APTPUO collective agreements.

Equity and Accessibility

The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact vra.affairesprofessorales@uottawa.ca to communicate the accommodation need. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Application Deadline

Applications must be received before: September 27, 2026