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Research Associate - (00225.46)
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Application Restrictions
Open to both Internal and external
Job Type
Support Staff (CUPE)
Posting In effect from
18/3/2025
Closing Application Date
1/4/2025
Closing date for internal CUPE applicants
1/4/2025
Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing date for internal CUPE applicants and may continue until the position is filled.
Internal CUPE applicants must submit their application by 4pm on the closing date for internal CUPE applicants for their Seniority to be recognized. Applications received after the "closing date for internal CUPE applicants" will be considered alongside external applicants.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Support Type
Auxiliary (Over 4 Months)
Anticipated Start Date
7/4/2025
Position End Date (If Applicable)
2/3/2026
The Hours of work are subject to change depending upon departmental requirements
Schedule
Schedule Description
DUTIES
Under the direction of the Manager, supports the Research Analyst team to provide accurate, timely, impartial and reliable information from internal and external sources to support planning and decision making at a variety of levels across the university.
MAJOR 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.
Pay Band
$30.68 - $34.09 ( CUPE Grade 08 (90% - 100%) )
Salary rate
Please Note: This position may be subject to a 90% salary for the first 560 hours of employment.
Location
Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)
# of Hires Needed
1
Organizational Unit
Thompson Rivers University -> Integrated Planning and Effectiveness
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.