Experiential Learning Data Analyst

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking an Experiential Learning Data Analyst. The role involves providing analytical support to enhance experiential learning programs through data analysis and visualization. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, experience in data analysis within a postsecondary institution, and proficiency in tools like Excel and PowerBI. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, focusing on data-driven decision-making to improve student outcomes and program effectiveness.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, or Institutional Research.
• Experience developing interactive dashboards and visual analytics.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess methodologies for data retrieval and manipulation.
• Develop and maintain a dashboard for performance indicators.
• Prepare draft statistical reports from data collected.

Skills

Data Analysis

Statistical Analysis

Data Visualization

Problem-solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Science or Economics

Master’s Degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, or related quantitative discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

About us

U of T Mississauga—the second largest campus of Canada’s top-ranked university and the only research university in Ontario’s booming Peel Region—is one of the world’s great catalysts of human potential.

Our employee community hums with the energy of 3,400 faculty, librarians, and staff, who power our campus with curiosity, connection, and care. We work together to spark life‑changing research and innovation, make an indelible mark on the world by building equitable cities and societies, enable healthy lives, create a sustainable future, and ignite entrepreneurship. Above all, we prioritize student success, and seek to give our 16,500 students the lift of a lifetime through learning and discovery. We love to open opportunities available nowhere else for our community to achieve their ambitions and make their unique contributions to Canada and the world.

This work all comes together on a spectacularly green campus, alongside the Missinihe‑ziibi (Trusting Creek or Credit River), where we seek to honour truth, reciprocity, and reconciliation on the traditional land of the Huron‑Wendat, Seneca, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We’re thrilled to welcome those who want to learn more about us and to be part of what we do.

Your opportunity

This position provides specialized analytical and strategic support to the Office of the Vice‑Principal, Academic & Dean (OVPAD), with a focus on advancing initiatives within the portfolio of the Associate Dean, Academic Experience. The Experiential Education Unit (EEU) supports the academic mission of the University of Toronto Mississauga by enhancing undergraduate education through the development and delivery of innovative, high‑impact experiential learning opportunities that connect classroom learning with practical experience. Reporting to the Director, Experiential Education & Community Engagement, the Experiential Learning Data Analyst contributes to the advancement of divisional priorities by providing robust data analysis, research insights, and evidence‑based recommendations to inform planning, policy development, and program enhancement across experiential learning initiatives.

The incumbent is responsible for designing and executing research projects that address complex qualitative and quantitative questions related to experiential learning participation, student outcomes, and program effectiveness. They will develop and maintain data visualization tools, dashboards, and performance indicators to support informed decision‑making and the assessment of institutional priorities The role includes preparing comprehensive reports, presentations, and analytics briefs for senior leadership as well as contributing to research proposals and grant applications. The Experiential Learning Data Analyst will also examine and synthesize data related to emerging trends across programs to support innovation and continuous improvement. Working collaboratively with academic units and campus partners, the Experiential Learning Data Analyst will translate data findings into actionable insights that strengthen the quality and impact of experiential learning across the campus.

Your responsibilities will include

• Assessing and determining methodologies for data retrieval and manipulation
• Developing and maintaining a dashboard for quick access to key performance indicators
• Preparing draft statistical reports and summaries from data collected
• Analyzing market data to determine trends and effectiveness of programs and initiatives
• Making recommendations on suitability of major system refinements and upgrades
• Designing presentations of data analysis findings
• Updating and maintaining documented queries, analyses and reports
• Researching, analyzing and recommending solutions to project challenges

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following areas: Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Science or Economics. Master’s Degree, particularly in Data Analytics, Statistics, or a related quantitative discipline is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, or Institutional Research in a postsecondary institution.
• Advanced proficiency with data tools such as Excel (advanced), PowerBI, Tableau, or comparable platforms.
• Demonstrated experience working with large, complex data sets related to course enrolments, program participation, or experiential learning.
• Experience developing interactive dashboards and visual analytics to support data‑driven decision‑making.
• Proven track record of designing and conducting evaluations, surveys, and assessments for academic programs.
• Experience collaborating with academic departments and institutional data offices to align data strategies and ensure data integrity.
• Experience with data management systems and student information systems (e.g., ROSI, Quercus, CRM or experiential learning management platforms).
• Advanced data analysis and visualization skills
• Superior quantitative and qualitative analysis skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent problem‑solving and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

To be successful in this role you will be

• Cooperative
• Meticulous
• Organized
• Self‑directed

Please note, one continuing position is available.

Closing details

Closing Date: 02/04/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 13 – $86,340. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $110,415. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial
Recruiter: Desiray Stewart

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].