Research Analyst

Royal Roads University; Area B (Shawnigan Lake); On-site; CAD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Royal Roads University in Victoria, BC, invites applications for a Research Analyst. You will deliver technical and analytical support for institutional research projects, enabling evidence-based planning and reporting across the University.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social science or data analytics, strong data manipulation skills, and experience with Tableau, Power BI, SPSS, Excel, and SQL Server Reporting Services. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social science, data analytics, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated analytical competence in research, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience extracting, manipulating, and analyzing large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and analytical support for institutional research projects and initiatives.
• Conduct survey research using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Compile data and provide analysis and written content.
• Design reports and summaries of research findings.
• Transform data into value-added information for internal/external reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data visualization

SQL

Python/R

Communication skills

Project management

Ethics/Judgment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social science/data analytics or related field

Master’s degree in a relevant field (preferred)

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SPSS

Excel

SQL Server Reporting Services

Job description

Be part of an innovative, dynamic organization

At Royal Roads University we pride ourselves on creating a work environment that mirrors the philosophy and values that underpin the programs we offer our learners. The curricular themes of leadership, conflict management, sustainability and entrepreneurship are ingrained in the structure and daily operation of our university.

A career at Royal Roads University means being part of an innovative, dynamic organization. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a workplace culture where we value creativity, accountability and caring, and where teamwork, service excellence, innovation and having fun are the norm, not the exception. Take the first step in joining our team by browsing our current employment opportunities.

Royal Roads University is located on the traditional lands of the Lekwungen-speaking Peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. This land has been part of the fabric of the life of Indigenous communities long before Hatley Castle was built, and it will be long into the future. It is with gratitude that we now learn and work here, where the past, present and future of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students, faculty and staff come together. Located in one of Canada’s most beautiful National Historic Sites, RRU is just minutes from downtown Victoria, British Columbia and is surrounded by old growth forest and awe-inspiring ocean and mountain views. RRU is a special-purpose university that delivers high-quality applied and professional programs. Established by the provincial government in 1995 through the Royal Roads University Act, RRU was created with a unique mandate and governance structure to respond to the labour market needs of British Columbia. RRU has over 34,000 alumni in 92 countries. With a reputation for innovation, RRU is a leader in the delivery of blended learning programs, which combine intensive residency experiences with online course work.

Research Analyst

Royal Roads University - Office of the Vice President, Academic & Provost - Integrated Academic Planning and Strategic Initiatives

Regular Full Time

Admin and Support Services

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October 06, 2026

Reporting to the Director, Institutional Research, theResearch Analystprovides technical and analytical expertise to institutional research projects and initiatives to support strategic planning, quality assurance, evidence-based decision making, and the University’s external and internal reporting requirements. The Research Analyst contributes to institutional research projects, plans and reports by conducting survey research, applying quantitative and quantitative research methods, compiling internal and external data and providing analysis and written content. The role undertakes data analyses and designs and produces summaries and reports of research and analytical findings. In general, the role collects, compiles, verifies and transforms data into value-added information and reports, often to fulfill sensitive and high-priority internal and external information needs.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a social science, data analytics, or a related field with an emphasis on research methodology, is required. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated analytical competence, including experience applying quantitative and qualitative research methods for the purposes of research, analysis, and reporting.
• Demonstrated skills in extracting, manipulating, and analyzing large amounts of complex data efficiently to produce accurate results.
• Proficient in designing and executing reporting, data collection, statistical analysis, and data visualizations using diverse applications such as Tableau, Power BI, SPSS, Excel, and SQL Server Reporting Services.
• Fluent in programming languages to extract and manage data (e.g., SQL, Python, R) and analyze large datasets.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy.
• Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills. Ability to explain complex information clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple competing deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills.
• High degree of ethics and sound judgment to manage sensitive, confidential, or contentious information.
• Superior collaboration skills, with a strong service orientation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience in survey research, including project management, client management, and timeline management, as well as questionnaire design, sample design, statistical analysis and report-writing for a non-technical audience.

• Familiarity with the post-secondary sector and experience with academic and administrative processes and systems, including quality assurance frameworks.
• Experience in conducting labor market research, identifying and interpreting industry trends for the purposes of strategic academic program development and enrolment management.
• Experience with project and program evaluation.
• Knowledge of data governance principles and best practices.

Additional Information

This is a regular, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. This position has been evaluated at MPT-C with a salary range of $78,723 (minimum) to $92,515 (midpoint) to $106,305 (maximum) per annum. Employment offers will normally be made between the minimum and midpoint of the range and are determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity.

• The University is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit package.

Royal Roads University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

Royal Roads University values and appreciates the interest of all candidates who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the employment contract. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at [e-mail] so we can offer you individualized assistance and ensure equity in our recruitment and hiring process. ALL COMPETITIONS WILL CLOSE AT 10.00 P.M. ON THE DATE OF CLOSING