This position has a term length of 12 months.

**Location -**This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Reporting to the Assistant Registrar, Enrolment Research, Analytics and Insights, the Junior Analyst plays an integral role by providing critical analysis and interpretation of enrolment data for strategic and operational planning within the Office of the Registrar (RO) at the University of Alberta.

The Junior Analyst will be one of the key sources to work on and support complex enrolment data-relevant projects under the U of A’s key strategies, such as the Integrated Enrolment Growth Plan (IEGP). This includes but may not be limited to (1) enrolment forecasting at various levels, (2) forecasting visualization and dashboarding, (3) predictive analytics supporting, and (4) supporting ad hoc research requests that may be either qualitative or quantitative in nature. The Junior Analyst is expected to utilize their strong technical, analytical, coordination, and communication skills and will be closely guided and supported by the team.

The Office of the Registrar (RO) plays a key role in every aspect of the student experience, from recruitment to graduation and beyond. The RO also supports the broader campus community, including faculties, departments, and other units.

• Carefully read, study, and understand the U of A’s Integrated Enrolment Growth Plan and related material and products.

• Conduct course-level demand analysis for various faculties, and develop scripts to automate the process.

• Support the development, building, implementation, maintenance and refinement of predictive analytics models, topics include but may not be limited to: yielding probability, retention factors, enrolment headcounts, etc.

• Provide support to other team functions, topics include but may not be limited to: data requests, enrolment reporting, SQL queries, market scans, qualitative studies, etc.

• Creates detailed reports, visualizations, and dashboards using tools like Tableau and prepares and delivers presentations to stakeholders on data-related topics.

• Conduct consultations to gather insight on the needs of the RO and University community and ensure that the studies and reports meet those needs.

• Engage internal staff in understanding the value contained within the University’s data.

• Collaborating with team members, other units at the Office of the Registrar, and key stakeholders to understand business contexts, which are critical to deliver high-quality data and analytical products.

• Keep current on the methods and tools available within and external to our Enrolment Management and Reporting systems and recommend appropriate approaches and tools.

• Undergraduate degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Sciences, or a related field with a strong focus on quantitative skills.

• Trackable experience in completing quantitative data/research projects in either a professional or academic environment.

• Expertise in using statistical software such as Python, R, SAS, Tableau, SQL, etc.

• Superior ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and be able to communicate complex data concepts through plain language.

• Strong ability to analyze data, suggest recommendations, and present results.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Excellent time management in balancing demands in a way that will ensure access to critical data, reports, and/or analysis within strategic time limits.

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.