Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

Hamilton, Canada McMaster University Full time

**Schedule**
Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm

**Education Level**
- An undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field of study

**Career Level**
- Previous co-op or work-related experience preferred.
- Previous Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) experience is an asset
- Previous Survey Administration Experience an asset
- Good organizational skills and ability to work within timelines
- Self-directed and motivated worker with ability to work independently or in a team environment

The Office of Institutional Research and Analysis provides leadership, advice and support for planning, policy formation and informed decision-making activities at McMaster University. To fulfill its mission and support the strategic goals of McMaster University, the office provides accurate, timely and high-quality information, data analysis and analytics to the university’s various academic and administrative offices and responds to data requests from external agencies. It supports, advises, and enables senior administration planning and decision making through the provision of performance metrics, benchmarks, projections, simulations, modelling, and effective analyses and insights based on a thorough understanding of McMaster and its external environment. Employees within Institutional Research and Analysis serve as the liaison with government, the U15 Data Exchange, Council of Ontario Universities, and other external agencies on institutional data and research activities.

**JOB SUMMARY**:
This position is responsible for routine support related to the collection, data entry, verification, and updating of records for projects under direct guidance from IRA staff. They also include preparing reports using SQL Server Reporting Services and other analytics and reporting tools. Projects may involve ad-hoc request from various sources or the updating of spreadsheets or databases.

**DUTIES INCLUDE**:

- Conduct preliminary, basic analyses and prepare summaries of data under the direction of IRA staff.
- Assist with obtaining data and information from databases (or through the administration of surveys) for presentations and reports.
- Conduct literature and web searches to verify records for accuracy.
- Format, word process, edit, and proofread a variety of documents and materials.
- Assist with other related duties to contribute to the overall operation of the department as requested.

**EDUCATION**:
An undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field of study

**EXPERIENCE**:

- Previous co-op or work-related experience preferred.
- Previous Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) experience is an asset
- Previous Survey Administration Experience an asset
- Good organizational skills and ability to work within timelines
- Self-directed and motivated worker with ability to work independently or in a team environment

**KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS**:

- Some statistics knowledge and experience with SAS and SQL preferred
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and PowerBI
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical, judgement, and people skills
- Attention to detail

**How To Apply**

**Employment Equity Statement**

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

- Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

**Vaccination Policy Statement**

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