Sam Houston State University · 4 hours ago
Institutional Research Analyst I or II - 3 positions to be filled
Huntsville, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expSam Houston State University, known for its rich historical legacy and vibrant community, is seeking to fill three positions for Institutional Research Analyst I or II. The role involves supporting the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support in managing data integrity and performing data analysis, reporting, and communication of results to university leaders and external entities.
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Responsibilities
Collects, compiles, edits, and analyzes data from a variety of sources to develop and prepare statistical reports related to various university functions
Prepares complex statistical reports including graphs, charts, and tables
Responds or coordinates responses to questionnaires and surveys received from local, state, and federal agencies
Assists members of the university community in defining and developing data needs
Verifies data and computations and proofreads reports
Represents the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support in university and inter-agency meetings as needed
In peak seasons, assists the External Reporting Specialist with the preparation of Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) Reports to be submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)
Performs other related duties as assigned
Develops standard reports in the Cognos data warehouse
Generates reports and datasets using SQL Developer and creates standard reports using the Cognos reporting tool
Works cooperatively with Cognos functional users to ensure results are verifiable and consistent with other data sources
Ensures timely and accurate submission of external reports and internal requests for data
Conducts data analysis and statistical analysis
Coordinates responses to surveys, report and analysis requests, and ad hoc inquiries received from internal and external entities by collecting, compiling, editing, and analyzing data from a variety of sources
Interprets and communicates analytical results in relation to clients’ evaluation and research objectives
Provides assistance to clients with research and evaluation questions and problems
Provides presentations and written reports to clients
Identifies variables for information requests and associates desired information with the most appropriate available sources of data
Handles data set manipulation, extraction, compilation, and file merging
Assists members of the university community in defining and developing data needs
Verifies data and computations and proofreads reports
Represents the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support in university and inter-agency meetings as needed
In peak seasons, assists the External Reporting Specialist with the preparation of Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) Reports to be submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)
May supervise and train undergraduate and graduate student assistants
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Management Information Systems or related field
One year of work experience in a data analysis or research position with at least basic knowledge of Excel, Structured Query Language (SQL), STATA, or other similar tools
Experience working in a higher education environment, teaching or supervising, is helpful
Higher educational attainment and training may substitute for work experience if it can produce demonstratable evidence of the required knowledge and abilities
A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered
Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field
Two years of experience performing data analysis, in a field such as Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related field, to include experience with data management tools such as Structured Query Language (SQL), Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), Statistical Analysis System (SAS), or a related tool
Experience with complex data sets including manipulating, merging, restructuring, and analyzing large data sets
Experience working in a higher education environment, teaching or supervising, is helpful
Higher educational attainment and training may substitute for work experience if it can produce demonstratable evidence of the required knowledge and abilities
A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered
Must be able to follow the established policies and procedures of the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support (DADS) and university and also be able to independently identify and implement approaches and solutions to projects and issues based on training and experience
Work requires frequent decision-making and collaboration with persons outside the DADS Office
Knowledge of Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) or other statistical computer application software is necessary, as is knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, and graphic and presentation software
Specific experience using relational database software and structured query language is a plus
Must be comfortable with changing priorities
Must be able to work in a multi-project, fast-paced environment and meet concurrent deadlines
Must be able to work independently on repetitive as well as new and unfamiliar projects
Requires effective skills in oral, written, and interpersonal communication
Requires good organizational skills and extreme attentiveness to detail
Must have a demonstrated knowledge of SQL, Cognos, Tableau/Power BI, programming, database manipulation, statistics, research design, and/or quantitative research analysis
Intermediate knowledge of statistics (descriptive, correlation/regression, means testing, etc.)
Strong quantitative skills (arithmetic accuracy and skill at estimation)
Strong analytical and critical thinking proficiency
Flexibility and creativity in problem solving
Ability to self-motivate and work independently when necessary but in a team when appropriate
Must be comfortable with changing priorities
Must be able to work in a multi-project, fast-paced environment and meet concurrent deadlines
Must be able to work independently on repetitive as well as new and unfamiliar projects
Requires effective skills in oral, written, and interpersonal communication
Requires good organizational skills and extreme attentiveness to detail
Benefits
Superior benefit package
Flexible work environment fostering work/life balance
Programs that support a healthy work-life balance
Professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs
Company
Sam Houston State University
A Great Name in Texas Education.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
National Science FoundationNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2023-01-13Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Jeanine Bias
Associate Vice President for Student Experience & Chief Retention Officer
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