Research Data Analyst

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional rights organization in Inuvik seeks a Research Data Coordinator to manage statistical data collection and analysis. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in statistics or a similar field, with at least 2 years of relevant experience. This role emphasizes improving Inuvialuit access to important statistical information. Competitive benefits, including vacation pay and wellness programs, are offered.

Benefits

Vacation pay at 4% on bi-weekly pay

Access to employee and family assistance program

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a specialization in statistics or related field.
• At least 2 years experience analyzing statistical data and producing research reports.
• At least 2 years experience communicating complex statistical information.

Responsibilities

• Ensure IRC has efficient access to statistical data through collection and preparation.
• Expand Inuvialuit capacity and knowledge of statistical information.

Skills

Experience analyzing statistical data sets

Experience communicating statistical information

Experience preparing datasets for analysis

Proficiency in statistical software

Experience working with large administrative data sets

Experience modeling and estimating statistics

Experience working with Indigenous communities

Education

Master’s degree in statistics or related field

Job description

Overview

COMPETITION: 202570

POSITION TYPE: Term

TERM: March 31, 2027 (with possibility of extension – funding dependent)

SCHEDULE: Full-Time (75 hours bi-weekly)

COMPETITION CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled

About Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC)

IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canada’s oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.

Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth, and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Research Manager, Innovation, Science and Climate Change (ISCC), the Research Data Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) has efficient/effective access to statistical data through collection, preparation, and dissemination. The successful candidate will focus primarily on expanding Inuvialuit capacity and knowledge of statistical information related to social, cultural, education, health, economic and geospatial data relevant to the IRC.

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• Master’s degree with a specialization in statistics, or highly quantitative discipline (e.g., economics, data science, social sciences).
• At least 2 years of experience analyzing statistical data sets, producing summary statistics and research reports.
• At least 2 years of experience communicating statistical information with a focus on non-technical audiences.
• At least 2 years of experience preparing and cleaning datasets for statistical analysis.
• At least 2 years of experience using statistical software to analyze data (high level of proficiency required).
• Experience working with large administrative data sets.
• Experience modeling and estimating statistics based on small area data.
• Experience working with various types of data and preparing them into usable formats. Experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

• Master’s degree with a specialization in statistics, or highly quantitative discipline (e.g., economics, data science, social sciences).

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the Apply for This Job button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.

We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed, and the interview process may begin prior to the closing date.

Additional Information

• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA). Please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
• This role is based in our Inuvik office.
• An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.
• Casual or term positions may be considered for future conversion to indeterminate status.
• Applicants who do not meet all qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment at a lower level with a development plan.
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] to let us know how we can assist you.
• We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted.

What We Offer

• Vacationbenefits: We provide eligible employees with vacation pay at a rate of 4% on each bi-weekly pay.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.

For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs

Contact

Human Resources
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
E-mail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]
Web: irc.inuvialuit.com

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