Intermediate Research Analyst (Business Intelligence)
Overview
Lakehead University is seeking a highly analytical, innovative, and collaborative professional to join the Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis as an Intermediate Research Analyst (Business Intelligence). Reporting to the Vice-Provost (Institutional Planning and Analysis), the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting institutional planning, strategic enrollment management, policy development, and evidence-based decision-making through advanced data analysis, reporting, and business intelligence solutions.
This position supports the University’s strategic priorities through the collection, analysis, interpretation, visualization, and communication of complex institutional data related to admissions, enrollment, student retention, graduation, and the student experience.
Responsibilities
Data Analysis & Business Intelligence
- Conduct quantitative, qualitative, and statistical analysis of institutional data from multiple systems and sources.
- Develop, maintain, and optimize dashboards, data visualizations, and automated reporting solutions to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Design and manage complex queries and datasets using institutional data systems and analytical tools.
- Identify trends, patterns, opportunities, and risks to inform strategic and operational planning. Institutional Reporting & Strategic Planning
- Support integrated planning initiatives and strategic enrolment management activities across the University.
- Produce reports and analyses required for internal stakeholders, senior leadership, governance bodies, and external agencies.
- Contribute to institutional accountability reporting and annual statistical publications.
- Support policy development and institutional planning through research and analytical insights.
Research & Survey Services
- Participate in research projects from conceptualization through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Monitor and analyze provincial and national post-secondary education trends and research.
- Respond to complex data and research requests from academic and administrative units.
- Support strategic reporting related to the University’s Strategic and Academic Plans. Program Planning & Quality Assurance
- Support data analysis and reporting for new program development and cyclical program reviews.
- Develop analytical approaches and reporting tools that improve efficiency and accessibility of institutional data.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Work collaboratively with departments across the University including Finance, Student Affairs, ERP/TSC, and academic units.
- Participate in institutional committees and working groups related to analytics, planning, and enrolment management.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on data governance, reporting practices, and business intelligence capabilities.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred in a related field such as Business Analytics, Statistics, Social
- Sciences, Education, Data Science, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in data analysis, statistical analysis, and research methodologies.
- Strong proficiency with:
- SQL
- Excel
- Tableau or similar data visualization tools
- SPSS or other statistical software
- Database and reporting systems
- Experience working with large and complex datasets from multiple sources.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and stakeholder groups.
- Knowledge of post-secondary education environments, institutional research, enrolment management, or government accountability frameworks is considered an asset.
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups, is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.
We appreciate your interest; Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.