Intermediate Research Associate Jobs

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.
Applications are invited for the position of Intermediate Research Associate in the Planning & Institutional Research Division, located at the Welland Campus. The starting hourly rate is $33.38/hr (Pay Band H - $33.38/hr to $38.75/hr) for a 37.5 hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary.
Reporting to the Director, Planning & Institutional Research, the successful candidate supports government reporting and managerial planning and decision-making by providing data and analytic support, conducting survey research, and becoming proficient in Power BI. The primary aim of this role is to support government reporting requirements and to assist in the generation of data and analyses to assess and predict institutional performance, program effectiveness, and student and graduate success.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Government accountability: Support government reporting with data and data analysis
• Reporting and data analysis: Gather, analyze, and report data
• Research services: Support primary and secondary research, particularly survey research
• Dashboard development: Help develop and maintain dynamic dashboards
• Delivery of the following four core services:

Qualifications:

• Four (4) year degree in Social Sciences, Business, Computer Science or similar field of study including courses in data analysis, social science or market research, and database management.
• Extremely high level of attention to detail, data integrity, and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex analytical information for business end-users.
• Preferred candidates will have a combination of intermediate MS Office skills (e.g., Excel, PowerPivot) and data visualization skills (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik)
• Demonstrated ability to produce timely, reliable, and accurate analytics, dashboards, and reports.
• A track record in statistical analysis, survey research methods, and relational database management.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple and changing priorities, meet deadlines with minimal supervision, follow instructions, and maintain confidentiality.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience in designing and conducting research and analysis related to social science research, market research, statistics, or a related field.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Must possess a client-service orientation.

This is a repost of requisition 2023-031-NMG. Candidates who have previously applied need not reapply.
We also provide a balance of on-campus and remote work through our recently introduced Remote Work Policy. As a place-based organization all positions will involve some degree of on campus work.
The Position Description Form is available for review from Human Resources during the posting period. Please contact [email protected] to request a copy.
If selected for an interview, candidates must present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials).
Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who feel they can further enhance campus diversity and equity efforts.
If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.