Research Analyst

Do you want to be part of a bold and ambitious team that helps organizations make better decisions with good data?

Data Sciences is looking for a research analyst to assist in the development and execution of market research studies, online experiments and other research projects. This is an entry-level position for someone who has experience in R. The right fit is someone who is a highly motivated self-learner looking to grow and take on a challenging role at a fast-growing company.

• Analyzing and visualizing data to identify meaningful patterns and communicate findings through clear, accurate, and visually polished charts, tables, and other deliverables.
• Online survey programming and fielding, including survey setup, testing, quotas, vendor coordination, quality checks, and troubleshooting.
• Establishing research strategies and writing survey questionnaires that align with client objectives and support a clear analytical story, with attention to survey length and respondent experience.
• Drafting and presenting research reports and memos that synthesize findings into clear, accurate, and actionable insights.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, strengthen QA, and solve problems through automation, AI tools, and API integrations.
• Carry out other special projects as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with experience in quantitative methods.
• R programming capabilities: 2+ years intermediate experience, with practical experience using the tidyverse (especially dplyr and purrr), writing reusable and modular code, and developing or maintaining R packages.
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g. git).
• Excellent analytical, communication and writing skills.
• Ability to design clear, compelling, and visually polished data visualizations for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work with code and follow coding best practices.
• Understanding of statistical principles, particularly with respect to survey design and interpretation.
• Exceptionally strong organizational skills: detail-oriented, ability to manage several tasks at once and stick to deadlines, good at identifying priorities and managing expectations.
• Flexibility: you don’t get flustered when new challenges are thrown your way.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and pivot/react quickly when needed.

• Experience in market and/or public opinion research.
• Knowledge of other programming languages and tools (e.g., SQL, Python, JavaScript, Google Apps Script), additional analytics related software development experience is a plus.
• Experience programming, launching, and monitoring surveys programmed in Qualtrics and/or similar survey platforms.
• Familiarity with AWS-based data workflows, including storing, querying, transforming, and automating data using tools such as S3, Redshift, DynamoDB, and Lambda.
• Experience safely leveraging LLMs into workflows, especially code assist tools (e.g., Claude Code, Codex, Gemini CLI), and willingness to integrate new technologies into your work.
• Experience with web development tools like React, Next.js, and modern CSS.
• Experience related to politics or campaigning.
• Experience with public speaking and presenting research to diverse audiences.
• Bilingual in English and French. We work globally! Knowledge of other languages is appreciated.

• 100% employer-paid competitive health package, including Medical & Dental benefits.
• Perkopolis: a free program with discounts and savings on entertainment, hotels, travel, shopping and health and wellness products.
• Hybrid work, both remote and in the office.
• Our Head Office in Montreal always has a supply of snacks and coffee.
• Many internal traditions to create an inclusive and fun environment.
• A MacBook computer on your first day.
• 3 weeks of vacation.
• 5 personal days to use at your discretion.
• A fast-paced work environment where every day is different.
• The opportunity for professional development through funded courses, conferences and certifications.
• A startup office space and the opportunity to join a growing, multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of English is required for this position, as the incumbent will be required to communicate daily, both orally and in writing, with a predominantly English-speaking clientele outside of Quebec.