Research Analyst

About Ryerson

At the intersection of mind and action, Ryerson is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

Ryerson University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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About the University Planning Office

The University Planning Office (UPO) manages the development and implementation of activities related to Ryerson University’s academic plan, enrolment planning, and academic budget planning. The UPO also undertakes policy research, survey research, data analysis, performance measurement, and institutional research project oversight for the university. As part of Ryerson’s accountability initiatives, the UPO has developed a series of performance indicators for the university and progress indicators for individual programs and academic units. This office also conducts surveys to learn about the student and graduate experience as it relates to Ryerson’s programs and services. The UPO liaises with the Office of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic, government officials, and other universities and organizations on a variety of issues including data reporting.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Research Analyst to join the University Planning Office. The Research Analyst generates information for financial and human resources decision support, planning and policy development, synthesizes and analyses qualitative and quantitative data, and prepares and presents written reports (including complex tables and charts). The role reports directly to the Director, Budgets and Institutional Research.

Responsibilities:

• Uses computer programs and software systems for the accurate and efficient updating, tabulation, warehousing and dissemination of enrolment, financial and human resources decision support data and performance indicators.
• Analyses and reports on student characteristics and other factors that inform academic policies.
• Analyses and reports on survey results using spreadsheets, and statistical software, word processing and presentation software which may involve the use and development of scripts (e.g., Excel macros, SPSS scripts).
• Develops memos, reports, and presentations in various formats, and consults with others on these activities as appropriate.
• Undertakes special studies, research and analysis on various post-secondary policy issues as a basis for the preparation of proposals and submissions made to both internal and external groups.
• Assists with the implementation of student survey projects, as well as managing survey data, conducting analyses, writing associated reports and making presentations on findings.
• Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type, as assigned.

Work Location:

This role is expected to work from home while Ryerson is operating on an essential services model due to COVID-19, until further notice. At that point, the role will then be required to work on campus or a combination of on campus and home.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a graduate degree in educational planning, social sciences, data analytics or in a related field. (e.g. management science, econometrics, information technology management). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience including experience using computer programs and software systems related to generation and dissemination of information for decision support, planning and policy development and demonstrated experience in understanding and evaluating quantitative information, including financial and statistical data/results. Experience in a higher education environment is an asset.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and the ability to produce high quality written reports is required.
• Ability to produce high quality and succinct reports, tables/charts, and presentations.
• Strong written and oral communications skills including the ability to convey technical or statistical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with survey implementation and analysis is an asset.
• Familiarity with budgets and financial information is an asset.
• Excellent administrative skills required including time and project management skills, interpersonal skills, creative problem solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and meet multiple competing deadlines.
• Motivated to take on a diversity of tasks and learn new skills.
• Working knowledge of statistical software (e.g., SPSS, SAS or R) is an asset, as is knowledge of data integration tools, structured programming languages, relational databases and business intelligence/analytics software.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace, especially with spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel).

The Perks

There is something for everyone! Employees are eligible for many benefits, services and discounts that Ryerson has to offer:

• Mid-year break that provides two weeks of paid time off in addition to your vacation.
• Group benefits including health and dental, employee and family assistance programs (EFAP) and more!
• Tuition waiver for eligible employees and their spouse and/or dependent and Tuition Rebate for eligible employees.
• Ryerson Retirement Plan (RRPP): A defined benefit pension plan.
• Access to the Ryerson medical centre directly on campus.
• Flexible work arrangements
• And many more!

Additional Information

Additional Notes

• Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.

We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications and also reach out to Tracey King, Indigenous Human Resources Lead for support during the selection process.

As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
Applications will only be accepted online through Ryerson’s careersite.

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Important Notice Re: Job Postings during COVID-19

Following the advice of government and health authorities to slow the spread of COVID-19, all employees have been equipped to work from home until further notice. New employees will also work from home with the exception of those who have been deemed ‘essential’ and are required to be on campus. All recruiting activities including interviews and onboarding are being conducted virtually.

While we are committed to ensuring the best possible experience for all applicants, due to the situation regarding COVID-19, please be advised that Ryerson University (“Ryerson”) reserves the right to pause a job competition at any stage in the process. Applicants will be notified in the event that the job competition process in which they are participating is suspended or paused. We appreciate your understanding during these unprecedented times. Thank you for your interest in Ryerson University.