Data Analyst, VPRI

Staff - Non UnionJob CategoryM&P - AAPSJob ProfileAAPS Salaried - Institutional Analysis, Level BJob TitleData Analyst, VPRIDepartmentAdministrative Leadership | VP Research and InnovationCompensation Range$7,283.75 - $10,474.08 CAD MonthlyThe Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.Posting End DateDecember 5, 2025Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.Job End DateOngoingAt UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.Job SummaryThe Data Analyst is responsible for supporting the Office of the Vice-President Research and Innovation (VPRI) by providing data-driven insights and reporting solutions. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining analytical reports, dashboards, and data systems, to support research funding, innovation impacts, and portfolio-wide metrics. The analysis conducted plays a key role in shaping planning and strategic decision-making regarding research support. The incumbent ensures the accuracy and quality of data and contributes to strategic decision-making by evaluating and deploying technological solutions that enhance data accessibility and usability.Organizational StatusReports to the Assistant Vice-President, Research. Works closely with internal stakeholders across the VPRI portfolio and liaises with other offices at UBC to fulfill data requests.Work PerformedData Collection, Analysis, and ReportingPlans, designs, develops, and implements analytical reports and statistical insights on research funding, research supports and research and innovation impacts. Provides solutions for merging, linking, and enhancing data across sources/systems to generate meaningful academic mission-related insights. Contributes to and evaluates technological solutions to meet reporting and data needs for the VPRI portfolio. Gathers requirements on reports from portfolio units and supports end-user deployment of reports for end users. Evaluates the feasibility of and recommends self-service data reporting solutions. Responsible for implementing data reporting solutions Responds to internal and external requests for statistical information. Develops and maintains data dashboards and other visualization strategies to facilitate effective access to and communication of research and innovation related data. Provides data for campus-wide data metrics and benchmarking projects. Performs quality assurance testing. Data Systems and OperationsProvides extraction and analysis of data from the RISE system. Develops and performs data integration solutions to improve data accessibility for reporting and analysis purposes. Operates database management systems to extract and analyze data. Identifies and troubleshoots database design, programming and technical problems of custom databases and applications used in portfolio operations. Provides technical opinions on suitability of techniques and methodology for data collection and management. Performs quality assurance testing; conducting post-implementation reviews to ensure continuous improvement and learning. Consequence of Error/JudgementErrors in data analysis, reporting, or visualization could lead to misinformed decision-making at senior levels, potentially impacting the portfolio’s ability to achieve its strategic objectives. Poor judgement or failure to maintain data confidentiality could result in reputational damage or non-compliance with regulatory standards.Supervision ReceivedWorks under the direction of the Assistant Vice-President, Research. Receives general direction but is expected to exercise initiative, professional judgement, and technical expertise in performing duties.Supervision GivenNone.Minimum QualificationsPost graduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of four years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusionPreferred QualificationsExperience in data collection, analysis, and reporting, including proficiency in programming languages (e.g., R, Python, SQL). Experience in operating database applications and managing data systems. Experience with common visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, RShiny, d3). Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex data insights and recommendations in both written and verbal formats to diverse audiences. Proven analytical skills with the capacity to interpret and translate data into actionable strategies and solutions. Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational and time-management skills to effectively prioritize and complete multiple projects within tight deadlines Skilled in developing and delivering engaging presentations tailored to different stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding of technical or statistical information. Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain collaborative relationships across various organizational levels and teams. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Ability to adapt communication style to suit the needs of technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgement. Demonstrated ability to build, manage and maintain high-quality and productive relationships across cultural difference. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with empathy, understanding and respect of diverse and divergent perspectives and behaviours. Works in a collaborative and inclusive manner, fostering equitable experiences and a respectful environment for all staff. Acknowledges, reflects upon and challenges one’s own biases and assumptions. Recognizes and addresses personal and institutional assumptions and behaviours that create barriers to inclusion