Assistant Mixed Methods Research Manager, Canadian Hub for Applied and Social Research

Assistant Mixed Methods Research Manager, Canadian Hub for Applied and Social Research The Canadian Hub for Applied and Social Research (CHASR) is a unique university-based research support and consulting service. Operating on a cost-recovery basis, CHASR regularly engages and supports academic-based researchers from a variety of disciplines, backgrounds, and institutions, government (federal, provincial, and municipal) and NGO clients, and private sector firms. With a broad range of experience, expertise, and tools at our disposal, CHASR supports a diverse array of applied and social research. We support all phases of research, including data collection, data processing, data analysis, and reporting. Our in-house supports and tools enable us to lend unique and innovative approaches to all CHASR-supported research.Primary Purpose: To assist in the delivery of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research support services across the Canadian Hub for Applied and Social Research (CHASR). Acting as an assistant project manager, the Assistant Mixed Methods Research Manager serves as a resource to the Mixed Methods Research Manager and Specialist in support of new and ongoing research studies that utilize mixed (quantitative and/or qualitative) research approaches. The Assistant Mixed Methods Research Manager conducts and provides support with quantitative/qualitative data collection, analysis/interpretation, transcription support, and reporting activities. The Assistant Manager also provides support overseeing the day-to-day operations and administration related to mixed analyses and reporting services within CHASR, including project tracking and administration.Nature of Work: Reporting to the Mixed Methods Research Manager and Specialist at CHASR, the Assistant Mixed Methods Research Manager supports research projects with quantitative/qualitative/mixed approaches across the unit. The Assistant Manager works both independently and in a team environment with researchers from a broad array of disciplines, providing expertise and specialized support to ensure that quantitative/qualitative data collection, analysis, and reporting needs are addressed. It requires the establishment and maintenance of effective working relationships and collaborations with faculty and external partners in an environment of continuous change. The Assistant Mixed Methods Research Manager regularly works with managers and research staff across CHASR to ensure the unit remains a valuable resource for researchers at the University of Saskatchewan and beyond. The Assistant Manager must exhibit time and organizational skills and superior project management skills. The position may, on occasion, require long and/or irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.Typical Duties or Accountabilities: Supports the delivery of quantitative/qualitative research support services provided by CHASR, which include mixed research design, quantitative/qualitative data collection (, surveys, focus groups, key informant interviews, ethnographic research, literature reviews), analysis, and reporting, among othersAssists in managing and coordinating research projects, including tasks such as creating timelines, monitoring progress, providing updates to researchers/clients, and ensuring project completion within set timelines and budgetEnsures project tracking in CHASR databases are completed and kept up-to-date for reporting purposesProvides administrative assistance to Research Managers in overseeing the day-to-day operations and administration of projects. This may involve project tracking and administration, and ensures relevant CHASR computers, software, and equipment are up-to-date and functionalDevelops collaborative professional working relationships, liaises, and partners with faculty, administrators, and staff, including the other CHASR managers; Research Facilitators; ICT; University Library; Human Resources; Financial Services; and respective groups at other universitiesInteracts with internal and external clients of CHASR in a professional and courteous mannerServes as a champion for qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research Education: A Bachelor’s degree in social or applied sciences or related discipline (or equivalent degrees and experience)Experience: Three years of related experience in managing and conducting both quantitative and qualitative research projects. Experience or evidence of capacity to facilitate and manage projects and of fostering effective, cooperative, and collegial working relationships with a broad range of constituents in a complex environment are essential. Experience in basic to complex quantitative analyses, data quality control, qualitative data coding and analysis, demonstrating proficiency in a variety of techniques and with a capacity to apply them across disciplines. Expertise in commonly used methods such as descriptive analysis, exploratory data analysis, inferential analysis, and qualitative data coding and thematic analysis is required. Competence in other qualitative analyses and mixed analyses would be considered an asset.Experience or evidence of capacity to facilitate and manage projects, and to cultivate effective, cooperative, and collegial working relationships with a broad range of constituents in a complex environment are essential. Direct experience working in a research academic environment and experience with collecting quantitative/qualitative data (, surveys, focus groups/interviews, academic databases, etc.), quantitative/qualitative data analysis, and academic writing will be considered essential assets. Experience or demonstrated capacity to apply the following is required: NVivo (any version), SPSS, and Microsoft 365. Experience with other statistical analysis software such as R, STATA, or UCINET will be considered an asset.Skills: Demonstrated capacity to conduct and manage mixed research projects is essential for this role. The ideal candidate should have experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis/interpretation, and reporting; capacity to work across disciplines and sectors, and an ability to support studies of varying sizes and complexities; proficient in using statistical packages such as SPSS (or other quantitative analysis software, such as R), survey platforms such as Voxco (Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey), NVivo, and Microsoft 365.Additionally, the candidate should possess excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to work independently; provide information and advice to professional staff and researchers in a range of disciplines; ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, and students; ability as a team leader and a team member; ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines; and excellent communication, presentation, organization, time management, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and interpersonal skills.