Research Analyst, Northern Energy Innovation

Overview Research Analyst, Northern Energy Innovation Research Analyst, Northern Energy Innovation YukonU Research CentreAyamdigut (Whitehorse) CampusFull-Time Term position to March 31, 2026Wage: $37.90 to $45.13 hourly(Based on 75 hours bi-weekly)Employment Opportunity Number: 25.90Closing date: August 10, 2025 About YukonU Research Centre At YukonU Research Centre we create and share knowledge that helps us understand the world around us. We are excited by opportunities to solve unique problems. We are dedicated to supporting local innovation and increasing student research capacity, building a stronger, more resilient north, where we all thrive together. Responsibilities The Research Analyst is responsible for the execution and coordination of research activities at the Yukon Research Centre, including conducting research and data analysis activities, reporting, results communication, supervision, and partner liaison. You will be part of a team led by a principal investigator or equivalent senior researcher and will work closely and collaboratively with that team to deliver results on complex projects with multiple stakeholders. Designing and carrying out research activities or experiments, and/or developing new research techniques. Conducting background research, literature reviews and/or interviews for research projects. Assisting in the coordination and execution of field research activities. Developing and maintaining ongoing relationships with academic partners, industry, community and Indigenous partners. Qualifications Relevant STEM university education with preference for a graduate level degree. Experience conducting relevant research and/or work experience in the electric power system engineering domain. Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and their application in a northern, cross-cultural setting. Research Experience Relevant programming experience in software such as MATLAB, LabVIEW, and/or Excel VBA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD. Collecting, recording, interpreting, and analyzing research results. Writing reports, articles, and other communication activities on research findings. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of government and non-government organizations. Additional Information Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however qualified candidates who self-identify as Yukon first Nations, as well as Metis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry will be given priority. Consideration may be given to candidates with the appropriate blend of education and experience. This process will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to staff anticipated identical or similar perm/term/casual/seasonal vacancies as and when required. The duration of this eligibility list will be six months. Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to: Employment opportunity number 25.90 Department YukonU Research Centre (YRC) Salary $37.90 to $45.13 hourly Term To March 31, 2026 Campus Whitehorse, Ayamdigut Closing date August 10, 2025 Human Resource ServicesYukon University, Box 2799Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4Fax: Email: Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. A statement of qualifications, which outlines the selection standards, and a position description are available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions, by following the links above. Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr