Institutional Research Analyst-Institutional Effectiveness

Market Range: 10

Hiring Salary: $4182.12 $5854.96/Monthly

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Institutional Research Analyst supports organizational decision making by collecting cleaning analyzing and reporting on institutional data. This entry level position produces reliable datasets generates routine reports and supports broader analytical initiatives. The analyst synthesizes information from multiple sources and translates findings into compelling visualizations and reports.

1. Analyzes data and prepares reports in response to internal and external requests.
2. Designs and delivers polished visually engaging reports summaries dashboards and visualizations selecting the most effective charts tables and formats to communicate findings clearly to audiences of varying technical backgrounds and decision-making roles.
3. Compiles and transforms datasets including cleaning restructuring and validating data - to ensure data is accurate complete and analysis-ready.
4. Conducts routine and ad hoc audits to identify and resolve discrepancies ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
5. Maintains data dictionaries procedures and other reference materials.
6. Documents data sources methodologies assumptions and definitions to ensure transparency and repeatability.
7. Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

Bachelors DegreeinComputer Information Systems Statistics Psychology or a related field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years of relevant experience; ORa combination of education and experience to equal six (6) years. (Experience in higher education in institutional research preferred.)

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency with data analytic tools and data visualization tools such as Excel Power BI Tableau SQL R and Python.
• Knowledge of research methods and statistical techniques.
• Experience preparing reports and presenting findings to a variety of audiences.
• Effective written and oral communication skills to communicate with a variety of audiences.
• Knowledge of data management.
• Extensive experience using MS Office 365 applications.
• Experience working with a team in a multi-project environment.

WORK SCHEDULE:

This position may occasionally be required to work weekends and evenings. May require occasional travel.