Job Information
Job Title: Senior Research Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 81765
Ministry: Advanced Education
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Classification: Program Services 4
Salary: $ 3,148.20 to $ 4126.82 bi-weekly ($82,168- $107,710 /year)
The Forecasting, Analytics and Research (FAR) Unit plays a key role in supporting Alberta’s post-secondary system through high-quality research and data insights. The unit integrates administrative, survey, and external data to inform policy development, funding decisions, and system planning. By translating complex data into meaningful insights, FAR supports improved learner outcomes, labour market alignment, and overall system performance.
Reporting to the Director, the Senior Research Analyst leads complex research and analytics projects to support evidence-based decision making. This role is responsible for designing and delivering research initiatives, analyzing large datasets, and translating findings into actionable insights that inform policy, strategy, and program outcomes.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
Systems Thinking: Integrates multiple data sources and perspectives to provide a holistic view that supports long-term policy and system outcomes.
Creative Problem Solving: Develops innovative approaches and analytical solutions to address complex data and research challenges.
Drive for Results: Delivers high-quality research and insights within tight timelines while managing competing priorities effectively.
Develop Networks: Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration and data-driven decision making.
University graduation in Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field a related field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.
Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
Required:
Assets:
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.
This competition is for 1 full-time permanent position located in Edmonton.
Monday – Friday, 7.25 hours per day / 36.25 hours per week.
Candidates are required to submit a cover letter that outlines their academic qualifications and professional experience, and articulates the reasons for their suitability for the position.
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How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Annie Ostopowich at Annie.Ostopowich@gov.ab.ca.
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