28 Sep
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HarrisX
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Winnipeg
About UsThis is your chance to kickstart your career at HarrisX, at HarrisX, a leading technology, market research, and consulting company that blends corporate and public opinion research to uncover what drives people, brands, and policy. We specialize in understanding the connected consumer, running some of the most comprehensive studies on technology, telecom, and media behavior globally, while also serving as one of the most accurate pollsters in recent U.S. elections.Our research combines quantitative and qualitative methods, behavioral data, and social analytics to deliver actionable insights to clients ranging from Fortune 100 corporations to media organizations, advocacy groups, and policymakers. Based in Washington DC and with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Los Angeles, Australia, and Singapore, HarrisX is a member of Stagwell Global.Our mission is simple: To connect all the dots for our clients, in what we call “Connected Intelligence.”OverviewWe 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.ResponsibilitiesSupport the design and execution of quantitative research projectsCompile tables, charts, graphs,
and summarized statistics for integration into research reports and client presentationsPrepare formatted cross-tabulations and summary datasets for internal reviewDevelop structured databooks and reporting templates for quantitative studiesProcess survey and behavioral datasets using statistical software including Q, SPSS, Excel, R, or Python to conduct basic analyses of trends in support of research activitiesConduct basic statistical routines such as weighting, frequency distributions, cross-tabulations, and trend comparisonsMonitor trends in recurring survey programs and prepare draft summaries of findingsCollect, consolidate, and cross-reference data from multiple sources including survey platforms and behavioral datasets to prepare draft reports for review by supervisorsTrack project-level data inputs and maintain organized documentation for audit and reporting purposesHelp develop and refine AI-driven tools and workflows, including training our proprietary AI tool for research supportClean, process, and merge datasets across sources (survey, behavioral, etc.)Collaborate with researchers to create compelling and visual client deliverablesAssist in preparing research summaries, slide decks, and visual materials based on compiled statisticsAssist in collection and tracking of data and provide information to managementAssist in proposal development, questionnaire design,
and data QCSupport internal and client-facing teams by providing structured data outputs and formatted reporting materialsContribute to project management by helping coordinate timelines and deliverablesParticipate in internal project meetings and support coordination across research, data, and operations teamsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in commerce, Statistics, Marketing Analytics, Economics, or a related field is required1–2 years of professional experience in quantitative research, statistical support, or data analytics within a fast-paced research or consulting environment is requiredExperience processing and tabulating survey research datasets using statistical software (Q, R, Python)Robust proficiency in Excel and data formatting toolsExperience with survey research datasetsExperienced in applying statistical weighting techniques and conducting frequency distributions, cross-tabs, and basic trend analyses to ensure data accuracy and representativenessSelf-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple concurrent projects while meeting deadlinesCommitted to continuous improvement, automation of reporting workflows, and maintaining high standards of research quality and accuracyHours of Work40 hours/weekLanguageEnglishBenefitsEligible 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 CoverageDiscretionary bonuses and/or salary increases in accordance with company policyCompensation$75,000 CAD / year#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Research Associate - C$75,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 HarrisX
📍 Winnipeg