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The Opportunity
Reporting to the Director of Institutional Analysis and Planning, the Institutional Researcher provides analytic support to aid decision-making by senior management and departments in areas related to institutional management, policy formulation, government funding, program review processes, problem finding and problem solving and planning with particular reference to student enrolment. The Institutional Researcher designs, develops and implements processes and systems to improve the quality and accessibility of institutional data and provides proactive, timely and accurate information, advice/guidance and reports. The Institutional Researcher also acts as a resource to other sectors of the University (e.g. labour relations, strategic planning implementation) in the identification of best practices at other institutions in Canada and elsewhere. The Institutional Researcher will provide information and advice which will play a role in shaping the directions for the University, and as such the incumbent must exhibit a high degree of competence and integrity in the performance of the role in order to mitigate risk to the University.
Group affiliation for this position is with the Administrative, Professional, Confidential (APC) Group The position is evaluated at a Group 5 (salary range $56,283 - $72,533). Salary scale can be viewed here.
What you'll do
Responsibilities
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What you'll need
Qualifications
To be the successful Institutional Researcher, you will possess a Master's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related quantitative research field with a minimum of three (3) years OR a Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related quantitative research field with a minimum of five (5) years of related experience. The successful candidate must have experience writing reports from a relational database and query structure, writing scripts in R, Python, PHP and/or JavaScript, experience using APIs to retrieve and parse data and experience coding in at least one language. The successful candidate will have at least one year of experience in data modelling and database schema experience and demonstrated experience using quantitative analytical software and data management tools such as Excel, Access SPSS SQL and Microsoft package. Excellent analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work independently and in a team and effective communication skills including the ability to clearly and concisely express complex concepts in simple terms and communicate technical information to non-technical staff will be required in this role. Demonstrated skill and experience in data manipulation, management and analysis and knowledge of project management principles and experience completing complex projects within timelines will round out your qualifications in this role. Assets for this position include working in a university environment and experience working with Banner/Oracle databases.
A little bit about us
Saint Mary’s University
Saint Mary's University is one of Canada's top primary undergraduate universities--known for its international collaborations, leadership in entrepreneurship, and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts, Science, Graduate Studies and the Sobey School of Business are among Canada's best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Mary's provides our 7,000 students with a place that fosters possibility, excellent research opportunities, and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada's east coast, Saint Mary's University is marked by iconic buildings, green spaces and fresh ocean air. The Saint Mary's University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world-a world without limits.
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Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Please visit https://www.smu.ca/about/work-at-smu.html to reference the job posting and description and click on "Apply through CareerBeacon" to submit your application or please click "Apply Now" on CareerBecaon.
Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:
- · Resume
- · Cover Letter
- · Three Professional References
The position will be posted on 22 July 2021 and will remain open until closed. Review of applications by the hiring committee to begin by 03 August 2021. No telephone calls please.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed here on the Saint Mary's University Human Resources website.
At Saint Mary's University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
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