Association for Institutional Research (AIR) ยท 16 hours ago
Institutional Research Analyst
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe Association for Institutional Research (AIR) is seeking an Institutional Research Analyst to support data-informed decision-making. The role involves collecting, analyzing, and reporting institutional data while collaborating with campus partners to ensure data accuracy for planning and compliance activities.
Association
Responsibilities
Collect, validate, and analyze institutional data from multiple systems and sources to support reporting, assessment, accreditation, and compliance activities
Collaborate with campus partners to identify data needs and provide accurate, timely information for decision-making, planning, and accreditation efforts
Develop and maintain recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and data visualizations that communicate key institutional metrics and trends
Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and adherence to institutional data standards through regular validation and quality checks
Oversee the administration of institutional surveys and course evaluations, including preparing population files, coordinating with campus stakeholders, managing timelines, ensuring data accuracy, analyzing results, preparing reports, and distributing findings
Assist with the preparation and submission of required federal, state, and other external reports to ensure institutional compliance
Maintain and update data files, supplementary databases, and documentation to support institutional research and reporting processes
Support the preparation of presentations, summaries, and analytical briefs for internal and external stakeholders
Contribute to the continuous improvement of institutional research practices, tools, and workflows
Engage in professional development to enhance knowledge of institutional research methods, systems, and best practices
Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in institutional research, statistics, data analytics, social sciences, education, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a business analyst, data analyst, research analyst, or related role, preferably in higher education or research
Experience conducting data analysis, data validation, and generating actionable insights
Demonstrated proficiency with data visualization and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Evisions Argos, DB Visualizer, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Excel
Understanding of relational databases and experience working with database queries; proficiency using SQL
Ability to handle and work with confidential data
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Experience with Ellucian Banner reporting or other higher education ERP systems
Experience automating routine or frequent procedures using Python
Familiarity with statistical methods, analytical tools, or other related technologies
Benefits
Health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
Retirement plans with employer matching.
Company
Association for Institutional Research (AIR)
The Association for Institutional Research (AIR) supports higher education professionals in the collection, analysis, interpretation, and communication of data, and the strategic use of information for effective decision making and planning.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
JASON LEWIS
Deputy Director & CFO
Zehra Raza
Project Associate - Postsecondary Data Partnership
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