Overview
We are looking for a versatile and ambitious Research Associate to join our Toronto team. The Research Associate provides statistical and research support services to internal research teams and external clients. The role focuses on compiling, processing, formatting, and summarizing data for integration into reports and presentations. The position supports research managers and directors by conducting statistical routines, monitoring trends, and preparing structured data outputs for review.
Responsibilities
Support the design and execution of quantitative research projects
Compile tables, charts, graphs, and summarized statistics for integration into research reports and client presentations
Prepare formatted cross-tabulations and summary datasets for internal review
Develop structured databooks and reporting templates for quantitative studies
Process survey and behavioral datasets using statistical software including Q, SPSS, Excel, R, or Python to conduct basic analyses of trends in support of research activities
Conduct basic statistical routines such as weighting, frequency distributions, cross-tabulations, and trend comparisons
Monitor trends in recurring survey programs and prepare draft summaries of findings
Collect, consolidate, and cross-reference data from multiple sources including survey platforms and behavioral datasets to prepare draft reports for review by supervisors
Track project-level data inputs and maintain organized documentation for audit and reporting purposes
Help develop and refine AI-driven tools and workflows, including training our proprietary AI tool for research support
Clean, process, and merge datasets across sources (survey, behavioral, etc.)
Collaborate with researchers to create compelling and visual client deliverables
Assist in preparing research summaries, slide decks, and visual materials based on compiled statistics
Assist in collection and tracking of data and provide information to management
Assist in proposal development, questionnaire design, and data QC
Support internal and client-facing teams by providing structured data outputs and formatted reporting materials
Contribute to project management by helping coordinate timelines and deliverables
Participate in internal project meetings and support coordination across research, data, and operations teams
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Statistics, Marketing Analytics, Economics, or a related field is required
1–2 years of professional experience in quantitative research, statistical support, or data analytics within a fast-paced research or consulting setting is required
Experience processing and tabulating survey research datasets using statistical software (Q, R, Python)
Strong proficiency in Excel and data formatting tools
Experience with survey research datasets
Experience in applying statistical weighting techniques and conducting frequency distributions, cross-tabs, and basic trend analyses to ensure data accuracy and representativeness
Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple concurrent projects while meeting deadlines
Committed to continuous improvement, automation of reporting workflows, and maintaining high standards of research quality and accuracy
Details
Hours of Work: 40 hours/week
Language: English
Compensation: $75,000 CAD / year
Benefits: Eligible for disability insurance, dental insurance, extended medical insurance, Emergency Travel Assistance, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D;), Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), Optional Critical Illness Coverage, and discretionary bonuses and/or salary increases in accordance with company policy.
Existing Vacancy: This posting reflects an ongoing opportunity for future openings.
Contact: Please send resumes to
[email protected] and include “Research Associate” in the email subject line.
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📌 Research Associate (Ontario)
🏢 Stagwell
📍 Ontario