Institutional Analyst
Full-Time Support Staff
Reporting to the Manager, Data Analytics and Reporting, the Institutional Analyst plays a key role in supporting institutional effectiveness, strategic planning, accountability and evidence-based decision making.
The Institutional Analyst conducts complex data analysis, develops analytical models and dashboards, prepares internal and external reports, and shares analytical insights with institutional and other partners across the University. The Institutional Analyst works extensively with sensitive and confidential institutional data and serves as a trusted source of high-quality, authoritative information for both internal and external audiences.
The successful candidate will have a university degree (Master’s Degree preferred) or equivalent with an emphasis on both qualitative and quantitative research principles, theories and methodologies, along with three (3) to five (5) years of experience in applied institutional research within the post-secondary education sector or public sector organizations directly involved in educational policy. In addition, the successful candidate will have two (2) to four (4) years of experience in data analysis, modelling, and forecasting using enterprise analytics platforms such as Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Fabric. A negative Criminal Record Check prior to your employment start date (i.e. not been convicted of a criminal offence for which a pardon has not been granted) is required.
This position is classified at Wage Grade 110, with a wage range from $38.44 per hour (Step 1) to $48.72 per hour (Step 9), based on a 35-hour work week. Placement within the salary range will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as internal equity and market conditions.
A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, along with a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents.
Please submit your letter of application in a single PDF document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., May 8, 2026.
Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. In accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement, first consideration is given to those internal applicants. This is an existing vacancy, and artificial intelligence (AI) will not be used in the evaluation or assessment of candidates. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
