DescriptionThis position serves as a senior data analyst in the Office of Institutional Research and Analysis and provides analytical, research, and reporting support for decision-makers and strategic initiatives. Under the general direction of the Director of Institutional Research, the position leads complex data requests and analytical projects, develops and applies appropriate research methodologies, and delivers accurate, timely, and actionable information to university stakeholders. The position also develops polished, accurate, and audience-appropriate reports and analytical briefs that translate complex data into clear and actionable findings for leadership. The role also conducts benchmarking and environmental scanning, maintains documentation and data standards, and advances efficient and reliable institutional research and reporting practices.
ResponsibilitiesManages complex data requests and analytical projects by serving as the lead analyst on ad hoc and recurring data requests for stakeholders. Consults with the requester to clarify scope, defining data needs, identifying appropriate methodologies and definitions, and establishing realistic timelines and deliverables. Applies analytical expertise to synthesize findings and identify meaningful trends for decision support.
Performs advanced data extraction, validation, and analysis using the student information system by writing, modifying, and optimizing complex SQL queries and scripts to retrieve data. Integrates data from multiple sources to support comparative analysis. Validates data against numbers from official data sources. Develops efficient and repeatable approaches for data extraction, transformation, and reporting.
Conducts research, benchmarking, and environmental scanning on higher education trends and best practices. Uses internal and external data sources to conduct peer and aspirational benchmarking. Summarizes research findings and comparative analysis into clear narratives and recommendations that help to inform leadership.
Develops polished, accurate, and audience-appropriate reports and analytical briefs for leadership and stakeholders. Translates complex data into clear, concise, and actionable information. Communicates key findings, trends, and implications into reports to support informed decision making.
Supports documentation, standardization, and process improvement. Develops and maintains clear documentation for data definitions, methodologies, query logic, reporting processes and workflows. Promotes standardization in practices and recurring reports while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and transparency in institutional research processes.
QualificationsSuccessful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in higher education, research, business analytics, statistics, computer science or rel