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Research AssociateThompson Rivers University • Kamloops, BC, CA
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Research Associate

Research Associate

Thompson Rivers University • Kamloops, BC, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

DUTIES

& RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Compiles data, enters data, performs basic statistical procedures, prepares research materials, finalizes and distributes research reports.
  • Designs and administers web-based surveys, key data, conduct analysis, compile and creates reports.
  • Assists the Research Analyst team to conduct research projects and reports results with descriptive and inferential statistics and makes recommendations with regards to follow-up research.
  • Conducts literature reviews and searches and summarizes relevant literature.
  • Examines documents, assists in data collection for various research and evaluation projects.
  • Conducts cleaning, analyzing, and reporting of quantitative and qualitative data.
  • Manipulates complex databases required for research and reporting.
  • Assists in the preparation, administration and reporting of institutional student course evaluations.
  • Conducts ongoing data validation to support institutional data integrity.
  • Assists in the production of institutional reports.
  • Prepares management information reports and visualizations that communicate analyses and research findings to internal and external audiences in a manner that is clear, concise and appropriate to the audience, which may include the design and delivery of presentations.
  • Responds to data and information requests in collaboration with the Research Analyst team.
  • Acts as first point of contact and resource for clients on the use of IPE-distributed tools including account management and technical support.
  • Assist in educating clients on best practices of interpreting data.
  • Handles confidential data with responsibility and outmost diplomacy.

REPORTS TO

Manager, Integrated Planning & Effectiveness

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION :

  • Baccalaureate degree in an appropriate analytical discipline (such as economics, sociology, management sciences, computing or accounting), with specialized courses in statistics and research methodology or equivalent
  • EXPERIENCE :

    Two (2) years' related experience, including :

  • Experience designing and conducting research, including survey methodology and knowledge of statistical techniques (quantitative and qualitative) and their application to educational and survey research
  • Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access in a windows environment at an advanced level
  • Experience in gathering, synthesizing, evaluating and interpreting information
  • Experience with basic project management
  • SKILLS KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

  • Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to work both as a team member and independently
  • Ability to be courteous, tactful and diplomatic in dealing with others
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision to coordinate a number of complex data management projects simultaneously
  • Record keeping and documentation skills
  • Ability to work with data dictionaries and use computer applications to manipulate data and produce statistical reports and analyses
  • Familiarity with survey software
  • Familiarity with analytical software such as SPSS
  • Knowledge of provincial post-secondary reporting and accountability systems
  • Understanding of BC higher education system
  • Knowledge of business intelligence and visualization tools
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing including the ability to design and deliver presentations
  • Familiarity with structured query language and HTML
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Sitting at desk and computer for long periods of time
  • General office conditions

    The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.

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