Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Develop and disseminate reports on official university statistics for internal and external audiences; develop reports in response to ad hoc data requests.

• Report official campus statistics to external agencies including the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), US News and World Report, and college guides.

• Create and maintain data visualizations, including Tableau dashboards, for internal and external audiences.

• Assist in data management and governance processes for Institutional Research and Decision Support. Identify data quality issues and work with appropriate staff to resolve issues and processes as needed; develop and implement data validation procedures and models that will best meet the planning and decision support needs of the campus.

• Collaborate to support the validation of official data and ensure consistent data governance processes.

• In close collaboration with the Director of Strategic Research and Evaluation, lead or collaborate in the preparation of research studies to inform decision-making and planning; conduct statistical analyses and prepare reports and presentations of the findings; present findings to relevant audiences.

• Participate in institutional research or other higher education professional organizations and keep abreast of national, state, and local educational issues.

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

• Typically a bachelor's in the social sciences, statistics, or a related field (Master's or Doctoral degree preferred). Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.

• Minimum two years of experience in data analysis, and research design and implementation in an institution of higher learning or other similar setting.

• Experience with querying databases using SQL or other programming knowledge. Experience with Banner is a plus.

• Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of quantitative research methods, research design, and statistical analysis techniques; established competency using statistical analysis software such as R, SAS, or Stata. Experience with Stata is a plus.

• Ability to visualize data into interactive tables and charts. Experience with Tableau is a plus.

• Familiarity with the academic enterprise and knowledge of key issues and concepts in higher education.

• Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral) as evidenced by the preparation of comprehensive research reports and executive summaries that present complex or technical information in an easily understood fashion.

• Ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals and diverse groups; demonstrated success working collaboratively with administrators, faculty, and staff.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple and varied projects and initiatives.

Location: This position can be fully remote, hybrid, or work on the Westchester Campus.

We will begin reviewing applications by March 14, 2025.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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