Junior Data Scientist

COMPETITION: 202532

POSITION TYPE:Term

TERM: to March 31 2027 (with possibility of extension funding dependent)

SCHEDULE: Fulltime 75 hours biweekly)

COMPETITION CLOSE DATE:Open Until Filled

FIRST RESUME REVIEW DATE: Friday May 09 2025 at 12:00pm (MT) See To Apply section below for more information.

ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)

IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canadas oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion not including vast land holdings IRC is responsible for corporate investment land management and a broad range of social cultural and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery manufacturing property management transportation and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.

Since its inception IRC has experienced considerable growth and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery community development investment and operating business divisions all managed by a single back office the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding healing and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.

JOB SUMMARY

The Junior Data Scientist is responsible for ensuring that the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) has efficient/effective access to quality research data tools summaries and analytical products. The successful candidate will focus primarily on assisting the expansion of Inuvialuit capacity and knowledge of statistical information related to social and cultural health education economic and geospatial data.

The Junior Data Scientist will provide support to the Applied Research Project Manager and Research Data Analyst in the development/maintenance of complex databases including administrative survey geospatial and other data used for statistical research indicator development program and policy development purposes. The incumbent will use and/or develop appropriate methodologies and techniques to clean process and prepare information for the dissemination of statistical products and publications about the Inuvialuit population. This will include the processing of data related Inuvialuit community and regional statistics which once prepared will be used to support informed program and policy development and identify disparities/comparisons of trends over time.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be/have:

Education:

• Undergraduate degree with a specialization in statistics or highly quantitative discipline (e.g. economics social or physical sciences data or geospatial sciences etc..

Experience:

• Working knowledge of statistics through application at school and/or work.
• Experience preparing and cleaning datasets for statistical analysis.
• Experience using statistical software to process and analyze data (some proficiency required).
• Experience working with administrative survey geospatial and other data sets.
• Experience in preparing and producing summary statistics and research reports.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations would be an asset.

SKILLS & ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Azure Containerization (Docker Rancher) git PHP Python SQL (e.g. SQLite MSSQL). Familiarity with only some or related tools is acceptable as long there is aptitude and willingness to learn quickly.
• Strong computer skills; experience using a variety of software packages such as Microsoft Office and/or other platforms.
• Some proficiency in the use statistical cleaning tools algorithms models and software (e.g. R Stata SPSS SAS ArcGIS etc..
• Knowledge of data storage and metadata procedures.
• Knowledge of various data types sampling methodologies data systems and databases.
• Excellent communication for clearly presenting data issues and interpretation of statistical information.
• Ability to work in a team or independently.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Travel within the NWT and to the Inuvialuit Settlement Communities may be required.
• Priority consideration will be given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the Apply for This Job button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.

We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed and the interview process may begin prior to the closing date.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA); please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
• This role is based in our Inuvik office. We offer relocation support for the selected candidates.
• An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.
• Casual or term positions may be considered for future conversion to indeterminate status.
• Applicants who do not meet all qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment at a lower level with a development plan.
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process please contact us at to let us know how we can assist you.
• We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary: We recognize and reward talent with a competitive salary structure.
• Professional Development: We invest in your growth through ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package which includes extended health care; dental care; life critical illness and accident insurance; travel medical insurance; sick leave; and longterm disability.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.
• Retirement Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a Defined Contribution Pension Plan where IRC matches contributions of up to 5 of annual salary.
• Vacationbenefits: We provide eligible employees with 4 weeks of annual vacation time to start.

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