Researcher (AP25-049)
Researcher (AP25-049)
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$ 49000 - 55000
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Description
Position Summary:
The Researcher will work both independently and collaboratively under the guidance of the Director and Associate Director of Institutional Research and Studies. The primary role of this position is to support the Universitys strategic planning and decisionmaking processes by designing conducting and analyzing complex research studies. The Researcher will conceptualize and execute specialized projects including longitudinal and crosssectional studies and will contribute to the continuous development and refinement of institutional data resources.
What Youll Be Doing:Specialized Research Design and Execution
Conceptualize plan and conduct specialized institutional research projects including longitudinal studies and research data development.
Manage the endtoend lifecycle of research studies from problem definition and methodology selection to data collection analysis interpretation and reporting.
Maintain high standards of data integrity validity and confidentiality in all phases of research.
Data Analysis and Reporting
Perform statistical analyses using tools such as SPSS R SAS Python or equivalent.
Prepare clear and accurate reports data visualizations dashboards and executive summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
Develop and maintain documentation and metadata related to research activities and data sources.
Information Systems Development
Collaborate with administrative and technical staff to define and document specifications for new or enhanced information systems.
Provide input on the design of data models and reporting solutions that support institutional effectiveness and decisionmaking.
Data Collaboration and Exchange
Facilitate the exchange of data between institutional offices and with external agencies in compliance with regulatory and policy requirements.
Participate in interdepartmental working groups and committees related to institutional research and assessment.
Other Duties
Complete additional tasks and projects as assigned by the Director and/or Associate Director.
Stay current on best practices emerging trends and regulatory changes in institutional research and higher education.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in any field (degree in computer science social sciences or math/statistics preferred)
- At least 1 year of demonstrated experience conceiving designing and conducting research using numerical analytic techniques and to prepare reports resulting from such investigations.
- Familiarity with higher education and government reporting preferred.
- Knowledge of human resource and/or financial information systems and how to access and organize stored data to disseminate information.
- Ability to access information using programming languages such as SQL and/or SPSS.
- Significant knowledge and experience with spreadsheet graphic and word processing applications.
- Experience with the use and manipulation of largescale complex databases and Business Analytics software such as Power BI preferred.
- Knowledge of SIUE mission academic programs and organizational structure.
- Ability to work in cooperation with others on common projects.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- High degree of tact and confidentiality required as this position has access/use of confidential student and employee information including salary benefit and ID data.
Supplemental Information
Application Materials and Information:
- To be eligible for the role ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full time and part time work experience including start and end dates of employment and at least three professional references.
- You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
- Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
- Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.
Pre Employment Screening:All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo preemployment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and where applicable other background checks such as a drug screen verification of employment and education or licensure/certification reference checks and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
Additional Information:This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F1 or J1 visas are not eligible for fulltime or parttime civil service positions with permanent status. F1 and J1 visa holders must be enrolled fulltime and can only apply for temporary parttime roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters such as student worker positions assistantships and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university and its important to highlight that benefits from statesponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.
Accommodation:If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation please reach out to us ator via email at.
EEO Statement
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees applicants for employment and students on the basis of age color disability marital status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or veterans status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information email:.
Employment Type
Full-Time
