Research Analyst jobs in Canada

Posting Number: SS0554

Position Information

Division: Institutional Research

Department: Institutional Research and Planning

Supervisor Title: Director, Institutional Research and Planning

Location: Comox Valley (CV)

Posting Type: Internal/External Posting

Position Status: Regular

Desired Start Date: 09/30/2024

Weekly work schedule: Monday to Friday 0830-1630

%: 100

Pay Grade: L: $34.47- $36.63

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director, Institutional Research and Planning, the Research Analyst provides routine and ad hoc statistical, written and verbal reports and summaries in support of college-wide decision-making and planning. Duties include planning, designing and executing research projects, including surveys, environmental scans, statistical analyses and written reports; developing and maintaining reporting schedules; archiving and disseminating institutional reports, plans and documentation; querying databases and using statistical software to extract, manipulate and analyze data; and providing support to the Director, Institutional Research and Planning.

The Research Analyst is responsible for developing and administering surveys and preparing reports in support of program and service planning, evaluation and review processes as well as strategic planning. The Research Analyst is also responsible for providing reports and data required by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training, the Industry Training Authority and other external government and non-government agencies and organizations.

The Research Analyst is aware of the mission and values of North Island College, incorporating and practicing the values in their work.

Position Competencies:

• Job Knowledge
• Judgment
• Teamwork
• Planning & Organization
• Customer Service Excellence
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Plans, designs and executes research projects as required by the College administration.
2. Provides support to program and service planning, evaluation and review processes.
3. Supports the strategic plan, Board of Governors and internal planning initiatives.
4. Prepares institutional accountability plans and reports.
5. Supports marketing and recruitment initiatives.
6. Extracts, prepares, analyzes and summarizes data/information for various reports.
7. Maintains an archive of educationally related statistical reports.
8. Collects, analyzes and disseminates data/information on past and emerging trends.
9. Prepares reports for Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
10. Prepares and validates cohort and data submissions for educational research projects.
11. Exercises discretion when handling sensitive or confidential data.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training in a related field.
2. Three years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Experience with statistical techniques and software (SPSS) and survey methodologies.
4. Experience with database technologies and query languages (SQL).
5. Experience with spreadsheet software (MS Excel and Power Pivot).

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

1. Excellent time and project management skills.
2. Ability to work independently and upgrade skills as needed.
3. Demonstrates effective team behaviors.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
6. Ability to analyze complex data.
7. Sound numeracy skills with emphasis on accuracy.
8. Effective writing and presentation skills.
9. Knowledge of student information systems is preferred.
10. Knowledge of the B.C. post-secondary education system is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant: Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available, please attach a confirmation letter from your educational institution.

Posting Detail Information:

Posting Open Date: 09/03/2024

Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled