Research and Statistical Analyst - Parental Leave Coverage till November 2027

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Research and Statistical Analyst - Parental Leave Coverage till November 2027 Work for a globally recognised organisation with a great culture Be part of a collaborative and versatile team Partake in a hybrid working model, with flexibility to work from home up to 3 days a week Enjoy great benefits of an open-plan office situated in Lower Hutt Who we are: Aspeq is a privately owned Australasian company, delivering over 145,000 exams each year through a network of centres in 25 countries and online for greater accessibility, Aspeq employees 58 permanent and 200+ casual employees and contractors across NZ, Australia, the Pacific Islands, and Hong Kong. We are a global leader in providing secure and reliable examination and assessment services for organisations requiring professional competency and proficiency evaluation. Our end-to-end solutions are tailored to regulatory and government agencies, combining meticulous attention to detail and innovative technology to delivery seamless experiences – from booking to certification. At Aspeq, we recognise and appreciate that diversity, inclusion, and accessibility is valuable to our business. We embrace the unique perspective and capabilities of all our employees, which helps us continue to drive innovation and achieve our business goals. Our culture enables us to create an environment of involvement, respect, and connection to benefit our employees and clients across the world. Benefits we offer: Below is a taste of the benefits we offer to our employees: Ability to work from home up to three days a week after an initial training period Friday Social Hour with drinks and snacks provided Open plan office based in Petone Team events and activities, including weekly quizzes and Quarterly company events. Boost and Supplier Discounts Free soft drinks in the office Being a Research and Statistical Analyst at Aspeq: The Research and Statistical Analyst plays a key role in ensuring the quality, validity, reliability, and fairness of examinations delivered by Aspeq. Using advanced statistical analysis and research techniques, the role evaluates examination and question performance, identifies trends and anomalies, and provides evidence-based recommendations to support continuous improvement. The role helps ensure Aspeq's assessment products meet contemporary assessment theory and maintain the high standards expected by clients and candidates. Working closely with the Assessment Services Team and other internal stakeholders, the Research and Statistical Analyst analyses complex data, monitors question bank performance, contributes to workflow and system improvements, and translates technical findings into practical insights that support business and client decision making. The role combines strong analytical expertise with problem solving, research capability, and clear communication to support the delivery of high-quality examinations across New Zealand, Australia, and international markets. To succeed in this role, you will need to: Bachelor’s Degree, Graduate Diploma or equivalent tertiary qualification in a relevant field (Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Psychology, or another quantitative field). 3+ years’ experience in a similar role. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Possess expertise in advanced statistical analysis, with required proficiency in R for data manipulation and analysis, along with essential familiarity with PowerBI, SQL and Excel. It would be desirable to have experience with Fabric, R Shiny, R Markdown and creating and managing workflows. Be able to apply initiative and judgment in interpreting complex information and operational issues. Possess strong research skills and be able to identify best practices and translate complex technical information into user-friendly formats for non-technical audience If you would like to see a copy of the Position Description for this role, pleasego to: https://aspeq.com/assets/Position-Descriptions/Research-and-Statistical-Analyst-Fixed-Term-Parental-Leave-Cover.pdf?vid=3 Applications close at 5:00 pm Friday the 11th of September 2026. However, we may close the advert earlier if we find a preferred candidate. Please note that this role does not come with an option of being remote. If applying from outside of Wellington you must be prepared to relocate at you own expense if you are the successful applicant. Candidates must currently be eligible to work in New Zealand and must agree to a Ministry of Justice Conviction check for New Zealand, a Federal Conviction check for Australia, other overseas security clearances as required, and the possibility of a credit check. This may where required by the relevant security clearance process include providing information about immediate family members. #J-18808-Ljbffr