Research & Data Analytics / Economists

Important messages

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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) is part of the Government of Canada, a professional, non-partisan public service that is among the best in the world.

ISED works with Canadians in all parts of the economy and is committed to:
→improving conditions for investment
→supporting science
→helping small and medium-sized businesses grow
→building capacity for clean and sustainable technologies and processes
→increasing Canada's share of global trade
→promoting tourism
→building an efficient and competitive marketplace.

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What makes us unique
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Every day, thousands of talented Canadians come to work at ISED. They come for the challenge and because they know that they are making a real difference in people's lives and directly help shape Canada’s future. We believe in constant improvement and supporting new and innovative ideas.

ISED strives to create a culture that enshrines psychological health, safety and well-being in all aspects of the workplace through collaboration, inclusivity and respect. To support employee wellness, employees have access to resources such as our new Canadian Innovation Centre for Mental Health in the Workplace. This centre promotes a safe, respectful and inclusive space for employees to share, support, network, collaborate and attend events on mental health and well-being. Events include seminars on mental health and well-being, yoga, mindfulness, and more.

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Work environment

► Would you like to stimulate your creative side and join a team of highly skilled dynamic researchers?◄

The department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) is looking to recruit researchers with various quantitative profiles. ISED research activities are anchored in the performance principle of providing value-added knowledge. These activities act as a complement to the existing literature and research available within the Government of Canada, recognized research organizations such as universities, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) as well as within think tanks like the C.D. Howe Institute or the Kauffman Foundation. The research activities undertaken at ISED seek to provide evidence-based knowledge required for guiding the development of socio-economic policy in areas under the general purview of the department. Given that seventeen federal departments and agencies make up the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Portfolio, the department has interest in multiple topics affecting the new economy. Core topics include:
• enhancing innovation performance,
• improving conditions for investment,
• promoting business creation and growth,
• increasing share of global trade,
• maintaining a fair/efficient and competitive marketplace, and
• developing industry research tools (e.g. developing metrics and data).

The research analyst duties include:
• designing and executing research projects, including data mining, survey development, statistical analyses and written reports;
• querying databases and using statistical software to extract, manipulate and analyze data; and
• quickly providing economic information for the department’s senior management.

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→ The exact number of positions to be filled varies frequently, but rest assured, there are various needs for permanent and temporary staff throughout the department.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

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MUST-HAVES FOR THESE POSITIONS
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EDUCATION
→ Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Economics, Sociology or Statistics. (The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.)

► For certain positions, a Masters' degree will be required.

EXPERIENCE (for EC-06/EC-07) where you:
→ produced various socio-economic or statistical reports based on a range of sources and data sets
→ conducted econometric or data modelling
→ carried out complex research
→ interpreted and synthesised a broad range of research findings to analyse policies or proposals
→ built and maintained extensive consultation networks with other researchers and experts

••EXPERIENCE (EC-07 position only) where you:
→ led and coordinated work teams to carry out complex research
→ provided strategic advice through written and oral briefings to senior management

COMPETENCIES
→ Knowledge of subject matter such as business, economic, social, legal or policy research issues relevant to the position being staffed.
→ Achieving Results
→ Adaptability
→ Analytical Thinking
→ Effective Interactive Communication
→ Initiative
→ Relationship Management and Collaboration
→ Strategic Thinking
→ Written Communication
→ Research

••COMPETENCY (EC-07 positions only):
→ Leadership

{The proficiency level for each competency will be based on the level of the position being staffed. The competency dictionary will be provided to you should you be considered for an interview.}

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NICE-TO-HAVES FOR THESE POSITIONS
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Please note that you will be informed of the asset qualifications (nice-to-haves) relevant to the job later on in the process. These might be applied to determine the right candidate for the positions available.

Degree equivalency

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

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Intent of the process
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→ Appointments will be made as candidates are found qualified.
→ISED currently has a gap in the following employment equity groups: Women, Visible minorities, and Aboriginal peoples. Candidates who self-identify in any of these groups may be considered before other candidates.
→ A network of successful candidates will be created.
→ Certain positions could be staffed throughout Canada.
→ This recruitment exercise has been established in order to staff positions in ISED’s various sectors.
→ Volume management techniques may be used.

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Accommodation
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We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you would like to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.