Content Writer

Brain Injury Canada is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of part-time Content Writer. The Content Writer is responsible for researching, writing, and revising engaging, evidence-informed educational content for online learning programs focused on health-related topics. Working closely with subject matter experts, instructional designers, researchers, and people with lived experience, the Content Writer translates complex clinical and scientific information into accessible, learner-centred content that supports knowledge translation and practical application.

Key Responsibilities

• Research current evidence, clinical guidelines, and best practices related to assigned health topics.
• Develop clear, accurate, and engaging content for asynchronous online learning modules.
• Write learning objectives, lesson content, case studies, quizzes, knowledge assessments, reflective activities, downloadable resources, and learner summaries.
• Adapt technical and clinical information for diverse audiences, including healthcare professionals, frontline service providers, community organizations, caregivers, and people with lived experience.
• Ensure content reflects principles of adult learning, accessibility, health literacy, cultural safety, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Incorporate practical examples, real-world scenarios, and evidence-informed strategies that support workplace application.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, including individuals and families with lived experience to validate content and ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Revise materials based on peer review, stakeholder feedback, and evaluation findings.
• Ensure all content aligns with organizational style guides, branding, copyright requirements, and accessibility standards.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary graduate in communications, journalism or a similar field preferred
• 3+ years of communications and copywriting experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English is essential. Fluency in French would be an asset
• Demonstrated experience writing educational or knowledge translation materials for health-related audiences.
• Excellent writing, editing, and plain language communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize scientific literature into practical, learner-friendly resources.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and subject matter experts.
• Understanding of adult learning principles and online education.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards, inclusive communication, and health literacy principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing content for online learning or learning management systems (LMS).
• Knowledge of instructional design principles.
• Experience working with people with lived experience and co-design approaches.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed, culturally safe, and person-centred approaches to education.
• Experience in areas such as brain injury, disability, rehabilitation, mental health, public health, community health and correction/legal system is considered an asset.

Key Competencies

• Excellent written communication
• Research and critical appraisal skills
• Knowledge translation
• Attention to detail
• Collaboration and stakeholder engagement
• Project and time management
• Creativity and learner-focused thinking
• Commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and evidence-informed practice

Contract details

• 15-20 hours/week
• Remote work from anywhere in Canada
• Renewal based on performance and funding available

Brain Injury Canada is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection processes. If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation of any kind, please let us so that we may assist you.

Deadline for Applications

Please submit a resume, cover letter and writing sample to info@braininjurycanada.ca by Friday September 4th, 2026. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Brain Injury Canada

Brain Injury Canada is the national charitable organization focused on supporting individuals and families living with the effects of acquired brain injury (ABI). The mission of Brain Injury Canada is to empower and connect the brain injury community through education, advocacy and collaboration, creating lasting positive impacts. The organization raises awareness, influences policy, and promotes best practices in brain injury prevention, care, and rehabilitation across Canada. Its work spans education, advocacy, engagement, and collaboration, creating a strong national voice for the brain injury community.