Research Assistant - Summer Student

Research Assistant – Student

June 8, 2026 to August 21, 2026

One (1) temporary position

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Research Assistant – Student for Summer 2026 in the SCDSB's Research and Decision Support department. Reporting to the Manager of Research and Decision Support, the successful candidate will work on various research projects requiring primarily quantitative and qualitative data analysis and research skills. This position will work on-site and in-person at the Education Centre.

Location: Education Centre - Midhurst, Ontario

Rate:

Summer student, year 1 - $19.80 / hour

Summer student, year 2 - $20.40 / hour

Summer student, year 3 - $21.01 / hour

Summer student, year 4 - $21.62 / hour

Required Qualifications:

University or College student, with professional, workplace experience in qualitative and quantitative data analysis, editing and report writing preferably using school board or data related to the field of education. Ability to work independently and follow directions. Detail oriented with strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Extensive computer experience and a working knowledge of PowerBI, Microsoft Excel, spreadsheet applications and willingness to learn new applications.

Preferred Qualifications

An understanding of qualitative and quantitative data analysis and the ability to organize, merge and summarize large quantities of data or text.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position through the Apply to Education (ATE) website at . Applicants are required to submit a resume detailing education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming certifications; and written permission to contact two professional references on or before 12:00 p.m. May 26, 2026.

Cover letters may be addressed to Lisa Newton, Manager of Research and Decision Support.

To view the posting on the ATE website, select “Search Jobs”, select “Support Applicants”, then use the search section to look for positions with the Simcoe County District School Board.

To apply for the posting:

• Sign into your ApplyToEducation Support (ECE, EA/TA, Clerical, Custodian, etc. or Management and Professionals) applicant account;
• Select Search Jobs from the Job Postings section;
• Enter the ATE Job Code # in the Keywords field;
• Click the [SEARCH] button at the bottom of the page;
• Select the position of interest and click the [APPLY] button on the job description page.

** All fees for the application process are covered by the Simcoe County District School Board.**

Applicants requiring assistance in registering for ATE, the ATE Help Desk may be contacted at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

Funding for this position has been provided by the Ontario Public Service through the program.