Statistical analyst Jobs in Calgary, AB

Job Title: Data Analyst

Vacancies: This posting is for (1) new role

Location: Toronto, ON | Vancouver, BC | Ottawa, ON | Calgary, AB | Halifax, NS | St John's, NL | Kelowna, BC| Prince George, BC | Montreal, QC | Québec, QC (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: https://cancer.ca/en/contact-us)

Work Model: Hybrid Work Model

Salary Band: 5 ($70,000 - $75,000 CAD)

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way

Join an exceptional team of Digital Strategy & Technology professionals helping to power the Canadian Cancer Society’s (CCS) operations and fuel our mission through innovative digital solutions. The Digital Strategy & Technology team is at the forefront of CCS’s digital transformation. Together, they are harnessing digital tools, data and technology to boost fundraising capabilities and enhance the experience of everyone who interacts with us online. With a passion for continuous improvement and a commitment to making an impact, the team ensures CCS’s digital presence is strategic and engaging, helping us inspire and empower more Canadians who care about cancer every day.

MAKING AN IMPACT

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Data Governance and Analytics, the Data Analyst is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining analytics solutions, reports, and dashboards that support data-driven decision-making across the organization.

• Leverage SQL, scripting, and modern analytics platforms to extract, transform, and analyze complex datasets, delivering actionable insights and recommendations that align with business goals
• Partner with business and technical teams to translate business requirements into scalable, reliable, and well-governed analytics solutions
• Support a culture of data-driven decision-making by applying automation, engineering best practices, and modern design patterns to improve how data is analyzed, visualized, and utilized across the organization

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Analytics & Reporting Development

Report & Dashboard Development

• Design, develop, and maintain reports and dashboards using Salesforce CRM Analytics, Salesforce Reporting, and Power BI to support organization teams
• Build and optimize semantic models and datasets to support business reporting and analytics needs
• Optimize reporting and dashboard assets for usability, performance and accessibility

Analytics & Insights

• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities across business functions
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for business teams
• Use predictive models and statistical analyses to support donor segmentation, campaign targeting, and fundraising forecasting
• Leverage advanced analytics techniques including propensity scoring, trend analysis, and cohort modeling to inform business strategy

Collaboration & Engagement

• Partner with cross-functional teams including business partners, data engineers, and digital teams
• Provide guidance and support to business users on reporting and analytics tools
• Data Development & Transformation

Data Preparation & Processing

• Extract, transform, and prepare analytical datasets using SQL, Python and scripting languages
• Build and maintain reporting datasets, dataflows, and curated data assets incorporating key metrics and business data
• Utilize enterprise data platforms (e.g., Microsoft Fabric) as supporting data sources where required

Data Modeling & Documentation

• Contribute to the design and optimization of data models that support reporting and analytics platforms
• Develop and maintain documentation for datasets, data definitions, and analytical processes
• Operational Excellence

Automation

• Automate repetitive reporting, data preparation, and analytics workflows using Python and scripting

DevOps

• Utilize version control practices for analytics assets, reports, and code
• Contribute to CI/CD processes for analytics solution deployment using Azure DevOps

Quality

• Develop and maintain automated testing for reports, datasets, and analytics solutions
• Support monitoring and validation of analytics pipelines and reporting processes
• Apply development best practices including code quality, documentation, and peer review
• Data Governance & Standards

Governance & Compliance

• Apply data governance, compliance, and data quality standards when developing analytics solutions
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across reporting outputs
• Adhere to data privacy, security and compliance requirements (PII, PHI etc.)

Data Standards

• Support adherence to established data policies, standards, and best practices
• Other
• Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics or a related discipline
• More than 3 years, up to and including 5 years - similar or related general experience in progressively more important positions

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in SQL for data querying, transformation, and analytical dataset development
• Proficiency in Python and/or scripting languages for data analysis and automation
• Experience designing and developing reports, dashboards, and visualizations using Salesforce Reporting, Salesforce CRM Analytics and Power BI
• Experience building and optimizing semantic models and analytical datasets
• Experience working with Fabric to build and manage data pipelines, dataflows, automated workflows, and analytics solutions.
• Understanding of data modeling concepts and relational database design
• Others may apply

Operational Excellence

• Experience with DevOps practices including version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks
• Experience automating reporting, data preparation, and analytics workflows
• Knowledge of Agile development practices including code quality, testing, documentation, and peer review
• Experience developing and maintaining automated testing for analytics solutions and reports

Analytical Skills

• Ability to translate complex business requirements into clear, scalable analytics solutions
• Strong exploratory data analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify trends, patterns, and insights from large and complex datasets
• Experience with predictive modeling, statistical analysis, or data-driven segmentation techniques

Communication Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to present complex data findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience collaborating across business functions to support data-driven decision-making
• Bilingualism (French/English) is highly preferred, with French being an asset due to the organization’s nationwide operations and the need for effective communication across various regions

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

CCS provides impactful opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to join us. Our inspiring culture is rooted in our core values and commitment to meaningful change: COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, including paid parental leave, family sick time, and health insurance—and a fulfilling work environment where your efforts make a meaningful impact daily.

COME AS YOU ARE

At CCS, we celebrate individuality and the strength of diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace that empowers everyone. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving groups such as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others who contribute to the richness of our organization. Together, we unite Canadians to shape the future of cancer care.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and salary expectations by August 27, 2026

We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

OTHER INFORMATION:

CCS is dedicated to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process. We want to make the interview process a great experience for you!

Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees are not permitted to smoke in or about CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.

Privacy Disclosure

We collect your personal information through forms, by phone or in person to evaluate your candidacy for the role(s) you have applied for, to contact you regarding your candidacy, and to generate recruitment-related reports. If selected for a position at CCS the information provided will be used for the purposes of pre-employment checks and added to your employee file. We may share your personal information with third parties, including recruitment consultants, within or outside your province or territory or outside Canada to carry out the purposes identified above, or as required by law. We may contact you by mail, email, phone or text. You can exercise your right to access your information or have it corrected, unsubscribe from communications or withdraw your consent by selecting these options within the ADP system, or by contacting privacy@cancer.ca. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

AI Disclosure

We are committed to transparency and, the responsible use of technology in our hiring process. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist with certain administrative or screening tasks; however, all hiring decisions are made by people. We review and approve AI-assisted outputs to ensure fairness, accuracy, and alignment with our values. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

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