Steven Nuss, Survey/Quantitative Researcher
In addition to his role with the CSSRP, Steven Nuss is a PhD student in the Department of Political Science at Simon Fraser University (SFU). Steven’s research and teaching assistance focuses broadly on Canadian political behaviour and quantitative methodology. His co-authored research has appeared in ‘Politics, Groups and Identities.’ He is also a Consultant for Janet Brown Opinion Research in Calgary, Alberta. Beyond these roles, Steven has considerable experience and leadership in strategic policy development and federal, provincial, and territorial (FPT) relations as a public servant; advocacy and government relations; and strategic communications and stakeholder engagement. Outside of the office, Steven is also a dog dad to two adorable dogs – a labradoodle, Piper; and sheepadoodle, Meredith. He’s an avid country music fan who loves to two-step with his partner, and continues attempts in fits and starts to learn the guitar, improve his golf game, and read more.
Zoë St. Aubin, Qualitative Researcher
Zoë is a PhD student in Sociology at UM and a recipient of a doctoral SSHRC grant for her research project. She has a comprehensive understanding of qualitative and mixed methods research and possesses strong analytical and communication skills. Zoë has extensive experience designing research studies, submitting ethics applications, data instrument design and collection, and producing research reports. Throughout her career as a freelance researcher Zoë has gained in-depth experience working with a variety of stakeholders to complete research projects in numerous sectors. She enjoys every aspect of the research process and aims to continue to apply her skills as a researcher as part of a collaborative effort to inform policies and practices that best support and strengthen communities.
Rosty Othman, Quantitative Researcher
Jihad (Rosty) Othman obtained his master's degree (2015) in sociology from the Sociology Department at the University of Cincinnati. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD in sociology at UM, Department of Sociology and Criminology. Rosty’s research and teaching focuses broadly on immigration and refugee studies, race, health disparities, research methods. He has contributed to various Human Rights Protection Programs in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRG) as a consultant and researcher that focused on refugees (Syrian and Iraqis), internally displaced persons (IDPs), and asylum seekers. In addition to his academic pursuits, he contributes to the community through part-time work at Main Street Project and Winnipeg Social Enterprise Manitoba. In this capacity, he collaborates with individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges stemming from trauma and oppression. His multifaceted experience reflects a commitment to addressing social issues and advocating for those in need.