Senior Research Associate

About Toronto Metropolitan University

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world. For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our academic plan.

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people.

Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada. In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our next chapter.

The Team

The Ted Rogers School of Management's Diversity Institute at Toronto Metropolitan University was founded in 1999 to improve equity, diversity and inclusion practices in organizations. The Diversity Institute develops customized strategies, programming, and resources to promote new, interdisciplinary knowledge and practice about diversity with respect to gender, race/ethnicity, Indigenous peoples, abilities, and sexual orientation. It collaborates with industry, government, not-for-profits, and academics.

Ted Rogers School of Management at Toronto Metropolitan University (TRSM) is developing collaborative, creative leaders who will drive 21st century business forward while making a positive impact on society. Home to nearly 10,000 students and more than 250 industry-connected faculty, TRSM is Canada's leading diverse, entrepreneurial business school centred in an urban learning environment. TRSM offers 12 Bachelor of Commerce degrees, two Bachelor of Health Administration degrees, the Ted Rogers MBA, Professional Masters Diplomas, Executive Education courses, and a Masters of Science in Management. TRSM is also home to 15 innovative research centres, institutes and labs www.torontomu.ca/tedrogersschool.

The Opportunity

Are you a research professional who is passionate about supporting diversity initiatives and research? Are you looking to join a passionate, inclusive and collaborative team? If you answered yes to the questions above you will want to hear more about the Senior Research Associate in the Diversity Institute at Toronto Metropolitan University.

The Senior Research Associate manages the research staff of the Diversity Institute Consulting Team on a day-to-day basis, and provides professional assistance to the Director in all matters relating to the Institute's research and administration. They oversee research design and methodology, particularly relating to the customized research.

In association with other Diversity Institute professionals, the Senior Research Associate engages in the research and writing of research and client reports, papers, strategies and action plans and the dissemination of research findings and research results including the promotion of the Institute in speeches and talks and in communications with the media. The Senior Research Associate will also engage in developing research for training and to guide consultations, interviews, and focus groups as part of projects.

The Senior Research Associate will manage projects and deliverables and engage in client and partner meetings to share updates and results. Further, the Senior Research Associate will identify new project opportunities (through partnerships, proposals, and grants) and will execute proposals to secure new opportunities.

In addition, the position involves the education, training and mentoring of the Institute’s research staff, advising of graduate students, managing team work and deliverables for projects, and sharing ideas and approaches and working cooperatively with all Diversity Institute professionals.

Leadership Competencies

• Acts with Integrity: Demonstrates behaviors aligned with high ethical standards and personal integrity and acts in accordance with TMU values.
• Builds Relationships of Trust & Collaboration: Actively builds a culture of trust and fosters meaningful relationships.
• Leads Inclusively: Creates an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, recognized, empowered to achieve their potential, and valued for their differences.
• Demonstrates Organizational Acumen: Understands and respectfully navigates complex internal and external environments using sound judgment, diplomacy, and tact.
• Drives Vision & Results: Creates and implements a vision grounded in sound decision-making to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications

To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• PhD in social science and humanities, including business, sociology, psychology, information science, education and other areas
• Advanced knowledge and research experiences with qualitative and quantitative data analysis
• Advanced knowledge in questionnaire design
• Experience identifying and using credible data sources including Statistics Canada data
• Advanced knowledge with statistical analysis and models and excellent skills with statistical analysis software, such as Excel, SPSS, Stata, R or Python
• Demonstrated strong writing skills
• Experiences in supervising research assistants
• Research experience in the following areas will be an asset: AI use in business, Skills training and employment, Environment and sustainability studies.
• A minimum of one year of experience in managing diverse, large and complex research projects, both in academic and industry settings, including:
• Conducting sector specific research to find data and insights
• Managing client and partner facing projects including reviewing client materials to suggest recommendations
• Managing deliverables and timelines
• Experience working in a research environment and the dissemination of research findings to professional, business and academic audiences.
• Experience in writing research and grant proposals and understanding of diversity issues in the workplace.
• Experience developing surveys and managing consultations, interviews, and focus groups.
• Success in developing proposals for a variety of funding sources, including Tri-Agency, government and private sector, is an asset
• Demonstrated organizational skills including communication and time management skills.

Additional Information

• Position Number(s): 20002710
• Reports To: Director of Research
• Department: Diversity Institute
• Employee Group: MAC
• Vacancy Type: Term (this is a current vacancy)
• Work Location: Hybrid
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: July 27, 2026 (possibility of extension subject to available funding)
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
• Grade: C52
• Salary Scale: $86,502 - $138,178
• Hiring Salary Range: $86,502 - $112,340
• TA Specialist: Claudiu
• Posting Date: February 24, 2026
• Application Close Date: March 13, 2026

Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education. As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment. Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site. We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Key skills/competency

• Research methodology
• Qualitative data analysis
• Quantitative data analysis
• Statistical software (Excel, SPSS, Stata, R, Python)
• Project management
• Grant proposal writing
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Stakeholder engagement
• Report writing
• Team leadership